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146 control measures

11Command and Control Lines04

Boundary

Delineates the area of responsibility between two adjacent units, labeled with the echelon and the designators of the units it separates.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
echelonEchelonenum"none""team""squad""section""platoon""company""battalion""regiment""brigade""division""corps""army""army-group""region""command"primarydoctrinal"battalion"Field B unit-size amplifier, drawn on the boundary
smoothSmoothbooleanstandardappearancefalseRound the boundary's corners by curving it through the control points.
echelonSizePixelsEchelon size (screen)number (px)standardappearance16Echelon glyph height in screen pixels
echelonSizeEchelon size (ground)number (m)standardappearance750Echelon glyph height in meters
smoothResolutionSmooth resolutionnumberadvancedappearance12Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled.
echelonPaddingEchelon paddingnumberadvancedappearance0.3Gap on each side of the echelon, as a ratio of its height
labelRepetitionsLabel groupsnumberadvancedappearance1Number of label groups spaced evenly along the whole boundary
labelPositionLabel positionnumberadvancedappearance0.5Position of the label group along the boundary, from the first point (0) to the last (1)
labelSpacingLabel spacingnumberadvancedappearance1Spread of label groups: 1 spreads evenly, lower clusters them toward the middle.
labelOrientationLabel orientationenum"along""standard"advancedappearance"along"Orient the label group along the boundary, or per MIL-STD-2525E Figure L-10: on mostly north–south segments the group rotates perpendicular to the boundary as a single row crossing it.
labelPaddingLabel paddingnumberadvancedappearance0.4Gap between the line/echelon and the unit labels, as a ratio of the echelon height

Text amplifiers

FieldLabelDescription
TUnit designationField T β€” unique designation of the unit on the left-of-travel side.
ASCountryField AS β€” country code of the unit on the left-of-travel side.
T1Unit designation (other side)Field T1 β€” unique designation of the unit on the right-of-travel side.
AS1Country (other side)Field AS1 β€” country code of the unit on the right-of-travel side.
NHostile (ENY) markerField N β€” literal "ENY" marker beyond both ends of the line.

Label placement on a representative shape

Light line

A line, designated by higher headquarters, forward of which vehicles must use blackout lights at night.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
phaseLineNamePhase line nametextprimarydoctrinalβ€”Name the line as a phase line β€” rendered "PL <name>" beyond each end of the line.
smoothSmoothbooleanstandardappearancefalseRound the line's corners by curving the path through the control points.
includePrefixShow PL prefixbooleanstandardappearancetruePrefix the phase line name with "PL" (or show the bare name).
smoothResolutionSmooth resolutionnumberadvancedappearance12Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled.
labelPaddingLabel paddingnumberadvancedappearanceβ€”Extra clearance between the line and its labels, as a ratio of the label height

Text amplifiers

FieldLabelDescription
NHostile (ENY) markerField N β€” literal "ENY" marker beyond both ends of the line.

Label placement on a representative shape

Engineer work line

A coordinated boundary compartmentalizing an area of operations to show where specific engineer units have responsibility.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
phaseLineNamePhase line nametextprimarydoctrinalβ€”Name the line as a phase line β€” rendered "PL <name>" beyond each end of the line.
smoothSmoothbooleanstandardappearancefalseRound the line's corners by curving the path through the control points.
includePrefixShow PL prefixbooleanstandardappearancetruePrefix the phase line name with "PL" (or show the bare name).
smoothResolutionSmooth resolutionnumberadvancedappearance12Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled.
labelPaddingLabel paddingnumberadvancedappearanceβ€”Extra clearance between the line and its labels, as a ratio of the label height

Text amplifiers

FieldLabelDescription
TUnit designationField T β€” unique designation of the engineer unit on the left-of-travel side.
ASCountryField AS β€” country code of the engineer unit on the left-of-travel side.
T1Unit designation (other side)Field T1 β€” unique designation of the engineer unit on the right-of-travel side.
AS1Country (other side)Field AS1 β€” country code of the engineer unit on the right-of-travel side.
NHostile (ENY) markerField N β€” literal "ENY" marker beyond both ends of the line.

Label placement on a representative shape

Generic command and control line

Illustrative command-and-control-style line (not part of MIL-STD-2525E) carrying optional echelon glyphs, additional-information/designation text above it, and an effective date-time-group window below it.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
echelonEchelonenum"none""team""squad""section""platoon""company""battalion""regiment""brigade""division""corps""army""army-group""region""command"primarydoctrinal"none"Field B unit-size amplifier, drawn on the line
phaseLineNamePhase line nametextprimarydoctrinalβ€”Name the line as a phase line β€” rendered "PL <name>" beyond each end of the line.
smoothSmoothbooleanstandardappearancefalseRound the line's corners by curving the path through the control points.
echelonSizePixelsEchelon size (screen)number (px)standardappearance16Echelon glyph height in screen pixels
echelonSizeEchelon size (ground)number (m)standardappearance750Echelon glyph height in meters
includePrefixShow PL prefixbooleanstandardappearancetruePrefix the phase line name with "PL" (or show the bare name).
smoothResolutionSmooth resolutionnumberadvancedappearance12Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled.
echelonPaddingEchelon paddingnumberadvancedappearance0.3Gap on each side of the echelon, as a ratio of its height
labelRepetitionsLabel groupsnumberadvancedappearance1Number of label groups spaced evenly along the whole line
labelPositionLabel positionnumberadvancedappearance0.5Position of the label group along the line, from the first point (0) to the last (1)
labelSpacingLabel spacingnumberadvancedappearance1Spread of label groups: 1 spreads evenly, lower clusters them toward the middle.
labelOrientationLabel orientationenum"along""standard"advancedappearance"along"Orient the label group along the line, or per MIL-STD-2525E Figure L-10: on mostly north–south segments the group rotates perpendicular to the line as a single row crossing it.
labelPaddingLabel paddingnumberadvancedappearanceβ€”Extra clearance around labels, as a ratio of the label height

Text amplifiers

FieldLabelDescription
HAdditional informationField H β€” additional free-text information, shown above the line near each end.
TUnique designationField T β€” unique designation of the line, shown above it near each end.
T1Unit 1 designationField T1 β€” designation of unit 1 on the left-of-travel side.
AS1Unit 1 countryField AS1 β€” country code of unit 1 on the left-of-travel side.
T2Unit 2 designationField T2 β€” designation of unit 2 on the right-of-travel side.
AS2Unit 2 countryField AS2 β€” country code of unit 2 on the right-of-travel side.
WEffective from (DTG)Field W β€” date-time group the line becomes effective, shown below it near each end.
W1Effective to (DTG)Field W1 β€” date-time group the line ceases to be effective, shown below it near each end.
NHostile (ENY) markerField N β€” literal "ENY" marker beyond both ends of the line.

Label placement on a representative shape

12Command and Control Areas07

Area of operations

An operational area defined by a commander for land and naval forces, within which the assigned force conducts military operations.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
smoothSmoothbooleanstandardappearancefalseRound the area's corners by curving the boundary through the control points.
multilineLabelMultiline labelbooleanstandardappearanceβ€”Place the doctrinal label above Field T on separate centered lines
smoothResolutionSmooth resolutionnumberadvancedappearance16Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled.
labelPaddingLabel paddingnumberadvancedappearanceβ€”Extra spacing between or around the area's labels, as a ratio of label height

Text amplifiers

FieldLabelDescription
TUnique designationField T β€” the area's unique designation.
HAdditional informationField H β€” additional free-text information, shown below the designation.
WEffective from (DTG)Field W β€” date-time group the area becomes effective.
W1Effective to (DTG)Field W1 β€” date-time group the area ceases to be effective.
NHostile (ENY) markerField N β€” literal "ENY" marker at the area's west and east edges.

Label placement on a representative shape

Named area of interest

A geographical area where information is gathered to satisfy specific intelligence requirements.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
smoothSmoothbooleanstandardappearancefalseRound the area's corners by curving the boundary through the control points.
multilineLabelMultiline labelbooleanstandardappearanceβ€”Place the doctrinal label above Field T on separate centered lines
smoothResolutionSmooth resolutionnumberadvancedappearance16Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled.
labelPaddingLabel paddingnumberadvancedappearanceβ€”Extra spacing between or around the area's labels, as a ratio of label height

Text amplifiers

FieldLabelDescription
TUnique designationField T β€” the area's unique designation.
NHostile (ENY) markerField N β€” literal "ENY" marker at the area's west and east edges.

Label placement on a representative shape

Target area of interest

The geographical area where high-value targets can be acquired and engaged by friendly forces.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
smoothSmoothbooleanstandardappearancefalseRound the area's corners by curving the boundary through the control points.
multilineLabelMultiline labelbooleanstandardappearanceβ€”Place the doctrinal label above Field T on separate centered lines
smoothResolutionSmooth resolutionnumberadvancedappearance16Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled.
labelPaddingLabel paddingnumberadvancedappearanceβ€”Extra spacing between or around the area's labels, as a ratio of label height

Text amplifiers

FieldLabelDescription
TUnique designationField T β€” the area's unique designation.
NHostile (ENY) markerField N β€” literal "ENY" marker at the area's west and east edges.

Label placement on a representative shape

Airfield zone

A zone enclosing an airfield, marked with a runway glyph; Field H carries the airfield type, runway length and other pertinent information.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
smoothSmoothbooleanstandardappearancetrueRound the area's corners by curving the boundary through the control points.
glyphSizeRatioRunway sizenumberstandardappearance0.55Size of the runway glyph as a ratio of the area's width.
smoothResolutionSmooth resolutionnumberadvancedappearance16Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled.
labelPaddingLabel paddingnumberadvancedappearanceβ€”Extra spacing between or around the area's labels, as a ratio of label height

Text amplifiers

FieldLabelDescription
HAdditional informationField H β€” airfield type, runway length and other information, placed outside the area's east edge.
NHostile (ENY) markerField N β€” literal "ENY" marker at the area's west and east edges.

Label placement on a representative shape

Base camp

An evolving military facility that supports military operations of a deployed unit and provides the necessary support and services for sustained operations.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
echelonEchelonenum"none""team""squad""section""platoon""company""battalion""regiment""brigade""division""corps""army""army-group""region""command"primarydoctrinal"none"Field B unit-size amplifier, drawn on the boundary.
smoothSmoothbooleanstandardappearancetrueRound the area's corners by curving the boundary through the control points.
multilineLabelMultiline labelbooleanstandardappearanceβ€”Place the doctrinal label above Field T on separate centered lines
echelonSizePixelsEchelon size (screen)number (px)standardappearance16Echelon glyph height in screen pixels.
echelonSizeEchelon size (ground)number (m)standardappearance750Echelon glyph height in meters.
smoothResolutionSmooth resolutionnumberadvancedappearance16Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled.
echelonPaddingEchelon paddingnumberadvancedappearance0.3Gap on each side of the echelon, as a ratio of its height.
echelonPositionEchelon positionnumberadvancedappearance0Slide the echelon along the boundary, as a fraction of the perimeter from the bottom edge.
labelPaddingLabel paddingnumberadvancedappearanceβ€”Extra spacing between or around the area's labels, as a ratio of label height

Text amplifiers

FieldLabelDescription
TUnique designationField T β€” the area's unique designation.
HAdditional informationField H β€” additional free-text information, shown below the designation.
WEffective from (DTG)Field W β€” date-time group the area becomes effective.
W1Effective to (DTG)Field W1 β€” date-time group the area ceases to be effective.
NHostile (ENY) markerField N β€” literal "ENY" marker at the area's west and east edges.

Label placement on a representative shape

Guerrilla base

A temporary site where guerrilla installations, headquarters, and units are located.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
echelonEchelonenum"none""team""squad""section""platoon""company""battalion""regiment""brigade""division""corps""army""army-group""region""command"primarydoctrinal"none"Field B unit-size amplifier, drawn on the boundary.
smoothSmoothbooleanstandardappearancetrueRound the area's corners by curving the boundary through the control points.
multilineLabelMultiline labelbooleanstandardappearanceβ€”Place the doctrinal label above Field T on separate centered lines
echelonSizePixelsEchelon size (screen)number (px)standardappearance16Echelon glyph height in screen pixels.
echelonSizeEchelon size (ground)number (m)standardappearance750Echelon glyph height in meters.
smoothResolutionSmooth resolutionnumberadvancedappearance16Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled.
echelonPaddingEchelon paddingnumberadvancedappearance0.3Gap on each side of the echelon, as a ratio of its height.
echelonPositionEchelon positionnumberadvancedappearance0Slide the echelon along the boundary, as a fraction of the perimeter from the bottom edge.
labelPaddingLabel paddingnumberadvancedappearanceβ€”Extra spacing between or around the area's labels, as a ratio of label height

Text amplifiers

FieldLabelDescription
TUnique designationField T β€” the area's unique designation.
HAdditional informationField H β€” additional free-text information, shown below the designation.
WEffective from (DTG)Field W β€” date-time group the area becomes effective.
W1Effective to (DTG)Field W1 β€” date-time group the area ceases to be effective.
NHostile (ENY) markerField N β€” literal "ENY" marker at the area's west and east edges.

Label placement on a representative shape

Generic command and control area

A general-purpose command and control area carrying a designation, additional information and an effective date-time-group window.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
smoothSmoothbooleanstandardappearancetrueRound the area's corners by curving the boundary through the control points.
smoothResolutionSmooth resolutionnumberadvancedappearance16Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled.
labelPaddingLabel paddingnumberadvancedappearanceβ€”Extra spacing between or around the area's labels, as a ratio of label height

Text amplifiers

FieldLabelDescription
TUnique designationField T β€” the area's unique designation.
HAdditional informationField H β€” additional free-text information, shown below the designation.
WEffective from (DTG)Field W β€” date-time group the area becomes effective.
W1Effective to (DTG)Field W1 β€” date-time group the area ceases to be effective.
NHostile (ENY) markerField N β€” literal "ENY" marker at the area's west and east edges.

Label placement on a representative shape

14Maneuver Lines23

Forward line of own troops (FLOT)

Indicates the most forward positions of friendly forces at a specific time.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
smoothSmoothbooleanstandardappearancefalseRound the line's corners by curving the path through the control points.
radiusPixelsRadius (screen)number (px)standardappearance10Radius of each scallop arc in screen pixels
radiusRadius (ground)number (m)standardappearance50Radius of each scallop arc in meters
smoothResolutionSmooth resolutionnumberadvancedappearance16Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled.
labelPaddingLabel paddingnumberadvancedappearanceβ€”Extra clearance around labels, as a ratio of the label height
arcSegmentsArc segmentsnumberadvancedappearance16Number of points used to render each semicircle

Text amplifiers

FieldLabelDescription
NHostile (ENY) markerField N β€” literal "ENY" marker beyond both ends of the line.

Label placement on a representative shape

Phase line

A line used for control and coordination of military operations, usually along a recognizable terrain feature extending across the zone of action.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
smoothSmoothbooleanstandardappearancefalseRound the line's corners by curving the path through the control points.
includePrefixShow PL prefixbooleanstandardappearancetruePrefix the end labels with "PL" (or show a bare "PL" with no designation).
smoothResolutionSmooth resolutionnumberadvancedappearance12Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled.
labelPaddingLabel paddingnumberadvancedappearanceβ€”Extra clearance between the line and its labels, as a ratio of the label height

Text amplifiers

FieldLabelDescription
TUnique designationField T β€” the phase line's unique designation.
NHostile (ENY) markerField N β€” literal "ENY" marker beyond both ends of the line.

Label placement on a representative shape

Forward edge of the battle area

The foremost limits of a series of areas in which ground combat units are deployed, excluding the areas in which covering or screening forces operate.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
phaseLineNamePhase line nametextprimarydoctrinalβ€”Name the line as a phase line β€” rendered "PL <name>" beyond each end of the line.
smoothSmoothbooleanstandardappearancefalseRound the line's corners by curving the path through the control points.
includePrefixShow PL prefixbooleanstandardappearancetruePrefix the phase line name with "PL" (or show the bare name).
smoothResolutionSmooth resolutionnumberadvancedappearance12Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled.
labelPaddingLabel paddingnumberadvancedappearanceβ€”Extra clearance between the line and its labels, as a ratio of the label height

Text amplifiers

FieldLabelDescription
NHostile (ENY) markerField N β€” literal "ENY" marker beyond both ends of the line.

Label placement on a representative shape

Final Protective Fire (Left)

An immediately available, prearranged barrier of fire designed to impede enemy movement across defensive lines or areas. The blade marks the left arm (PT 1 to PT 2).

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
arrowheadLengthRatioArrowhead lengthnumberadvancedappearance0.07Arrowhead length as a ratio of each arm's length
arrowheadWidthRatioArrowhead widthnumberadvancedappearance0.67Arrowhead base width as a multiple of the arrowhead length
bladeHeightRatioBlade heightnumberadvancedappearance0.03Blade's perpendicular reach into the V, as a fraction of its arm's length

Final Protective Fire (Right)

An immediately available, prearranged barrier of fire designed to impede enemy movement across defensive lines or areas. The blade marks the right arm (PT 1 to PT 3).

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
arrowheadLengthRatioArrowhead lengthnumberadvancedappearance0.07Arrowhead length as a ratio of each arm's length
arrowheadWidthRatioArrowhead widthnumberadvancedappearance0.67Arrowhead base width as a multiple of the arrowhead length
bladeHeightRatioBlade heightnumberadvancedappearance0.03Blade's perpendicular reach into the V, as a fraction of its arm's length

Principal Direction of Fire

A specific direction or sector toward which a weapon or unit directs fire for a tactical purpose.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
arrowheadLengthRatioArrowhead lengthnumberadvancedappearance0.07Arrowhead length as a ratio of each arm's length
arrowheadWidthRatioArrowhead widthnumberadvancedappearance0.67Arrowhead base width as a multiple of the arrowhead length

Secondary Direction of Fire

A direction or sector, in addition to the principal direction, toward which a weapon or unit directs fire for a tactical purpose.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
arrowheadLengthRatioArrowhead lengthnumberadvancedappearance0.07Arrowhead length as a ratio of each arm's length
arrowheadWidthRatioArrowhead widthnumberadvancedappearance0.67Arrowhead base width as a multiple of the arrowhead length

Direction of Attack β€” Airborne/Aviation

The direction or route of an airborne or aviation attack.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
smoothSmoothbooleanstandardappearancefalseRound the line's corners by curving the path through the control points.
smoothResolutionSmooth resolutionnumberadvancedappearance12Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled.
arrowheadLengthRatioArrowhead lengthnumberadvancedappearance0.12Arrowhead length as a ratio of the route's total length
arrowheadWidthRatioArrowhead widthnumberadvancedappearance1.15Arrowhead total width as a ratio of its length
bowTieLengthRatioBow-tie lengthnumberadvancedappearance0.1Aviation mark length as a ratio of the route's total length
bowTieWidthRatioBow-tie widthnumberadvancedappearance0.5Aviation mark total width as a ratio of its length
bowTiePositionBow-tie positionnumberadvancedappearance0.3333333333333333Position of the aviation mark along the route, from tail (0) to tip (1)
labelPositionLabel positionnumberadvancedappearance0.6666666666666666Position of the T/W/W1 group along the route, from tail (0) to tip (1)
labelPaddingLabel paddingnumberadvancedappearance0Extra spacing between the route and the date-time rows, in label heights

Text amplifiers

FieldLabelDescription
TUnique designationField T β€” the attack route's unique designation.
WStart date-time groupField W β€” the route's start date-time group.
W1End date-time groupField W1 β€” the route's end date-time group.

Label placement on a representative shape

Direction of Main Attack

The direction or route of the primary attack.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
smoothSmoothbooleanstandardappearancefalseRound the line's corners by curving the path through the control points.
smoothResolutionSmooth resolutionnumberadvancedappearance12Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled.
arrowheadLengthRatioArrowhead lengthnumberadvancedappearance0.12Arrowhead length as a ratio of the route's total length
arrowheadWidthRatioArrowhead widthnumberadvancedappearance1.15Arrowhead total width as a ratio of its length
labelPositionLabel positionnumberadvancedappearance0.5Position of the T/W/W1 group along the route, from tail (0) to tip (1)
labelPaddingLabel paddingnumberadvancedappearance0Extra spacing between the route and the date-time rows, in label heights
arrowheadOutlineRatioArrowhead outlinenumberadvancedappearance0.3Outlined arrowhead thickness as a ratio of its length

Text amplifiers

FieldLabelDescription
TUnique designationField T β€” the attack route's unique designation.
WStart date-time groupField W β€” the route's start date-time group.
W1End date-time groupField W1 β€” the route's end date-time group.

Label placement on a representative shape

Direction of Supporting Attack

The direction or route of an attack that supports the main effort.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
smoothSmoothbooleanstandardappearancefalseRound the line's corners by curving the path through the control points.
smoothResolutionSmooth resolutionnumberadvancedappearance12Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled.
arrowheadLengthRatioArrowhead lengthnumberadvancedappearance0.12Arrowhead length as a ratio of the route's total length
arrowheadWidthRatioArrowhead widthnumberadvancedappearance1.15Arrowhead total width as a ratio of its length
labelPositionLabel positionnumberadvancedappearance0.5Position of the T/W/W1 group along the route, from tail (0) to tip (1)
labelPaddingLabel paddingnumberadvancedappearance0Extra spacing between the route and the date-time rows, in label heights

Text amplifiers

FieldLabelDescription
TUnique designationField T β€” the attack route's unique designation.
WStart date-time groupField W β€” the route's start date-time group.
W1End date-time groupField W1 β€” the route's end date-time group.

Label placement on a representative shape

Final coordination line

A line close to the enemy position used to coordinate the lifting or shifting of supporting fires with the final deployment of maneuver elements.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
phaseLineNamePhase line nametextprimarydoctrinalβ€”Name the line as a phase line β€” rendered "PL <name>" beyond each end of the line.
smoothSmoothbooleanstandardappearancefalseRound the line's corners by curving the path through the control points.
includePrefixShow PL prefixbooleanstandardappearancetruePrefix the phase line name with "PL" (or show the bare name).
smoothResolutionSmooth resolutionnumberadvancedappearance12Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled.
labelPaddingLabel paddingnumberadvancedappearanceβ€”Extra clearance around labels, as a ratio of the label height

Text amplifiers

FieldLabelDescription
NHostile (ENY) markerField N β€” literal "ENY" marker beyond both ends of the line.

Label placement on a representative shape

Infiltration Lane

A control measure that coordinates forward and lateral movement of infiltrating units and fixes fire planning responsibilities.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
smoothSmoothbooleanstandardappearancefalseRound the line's corners by curving the path through the control points.
smoothResolutionSmooth resolutionnumberadvancedappearance12Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled.

Text amplifiers

FieldLabelDescription
TUnique designationField T β€” the infiltration lane's unique designation.

Label placement on a representative shape

Limit of advance

An easily recognized terrain feature beyond which attacking elements will not advance.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
phaseLineNamePhase line nametextprimarydoctrinalβ€”Name the line as a phase line β€” rendered "PL <name>" beyond each end of the line.
smoothSmoothbooleanstandardappearancefalseRound the line's corners by curving the path through the control points.
includePrefixShow PL prefixbooleanstandardappearancetruePrefix the phase line name with "PL" (or show the bare name).
smoothResolutionSmooth resolutionnumberadvancedappearance12Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled.
labelPaddingLabel paddingnumberadvancedappearanceβ€”Extra clearance around labels, as a ratio of the label height

Text amplifiers

FieldLabelDescription
NHostile (ENY) markerField N β€” literal "ENY" marker beyond both ends of the line.

Label placement on a representative shape

Line of departure

A line designated to coordinate the departure of attacking elements.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
phaseLineNamePhase line nametextprimarydoctrinalβ€”Name the line as a phase line β€” rendered "PL <name>" beyond each end of the line.
smoothSmoothbooleanstandardappearancefalseRound the line's corners by curving the path through the control points.
includePrefixShow PL prefixbooleanstandardappearancetruePrefix the phase line name with "PL" (or show the bare name).
smoothResolutionSmooth resolutionnumberadvancedappearance12Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled.
labelPaddingLabel paddingnumberadvancedappearanceβ€”Extra clearance around labels, as a ratio of the label height

Text amplifiers

FieldLabelDescription
NHostile (ENY) markerField N β€” literal "ENY" marker beyond both ends of the line.

Label placement on a representative shape

Line of departure / line of contact

The designation of forward friendly positions as the line of departure when opposing forces are in contact.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
phaseLineNamePhase line nametextprimarydoctrinalβ€”Name the line as a phase line β€” rendered "PL <name>" beyond each end of the line.
smoothSmoothbooleanstandardappearancefalseRound the line's corners by curving the path through the control points.
includePrefixShow PL prefixbooleanstandardappearancetruePrefix the phase line name with "PL" (or show the bare name).
smoothResolutionSmooth resolutionnumberadvancedappearance12Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled.
labelPaddingLabel paddingnumberadvancedappearanceβ€”Extra clearance around labels, as a ratio of the label height

Text amplifiers

FieldLabelDescription
NHostile (ENY) markerField N β€” literal "ENY" marker beyond both ends of the line.

Label placement on a representative shape

Probable line of deployment

A line selected on the ground, usually the last covered and concealed position prior to the objective and forward of the line of departure, where attacking units deploy prior to beginning an assault.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
phaseLineNamePhase line nametextprimarydoctrinalβ€”Name the line as a phase line β€” rendered "PL <name>" beyond each end of the line.
smoothSmoothbooleanstandardappearancefalseRound the line's corners by curving the path through the control points.
includePrefixShow PL prefixbooleanstandardappearancetruePrefix the phase line name with "PL" (or show the bare name).
smoothResolutionSmooth resolutionnumberadvancedappearance12Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled.
labelPaddingLabel paddingnumberadvancedappearanceβ€”Extra clearance around labels, as a ratio of the label height

Text amplifiers

FieldLabelDescription
NHostile (ENY) markerField N β€” literal "ENY" marker beyond both ends of the line.

Label placement on a representative shape

Airhead line

A line denoting the limits of the objective area for an airborne assault.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
smoothSmoothbooleanstandardappearancefalseRound the area's corners by curving the boundary through the control points.
smoothResolutionSmooth resolutionnumberadvancedappearance16Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled.
labelPaddingLabel paddingnumberadvancedappearanceβ€”Extra spacing between or around the area's labels, as a ratio of label height

Text amplifiers

FieldLabelDescription
TUnique designationField T β€” the area's unique designation.
NHostile (ENY) markerField N β€” literal "ENY" marker at the area's west and east edges.

Label placement on a representative shape

Bridgehead line

The planned, temporary limit of the objective area in the development of a bridgehead.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
phaseLineNamePhase line nametextprimarydoctrinalβ€”Name the line as a phase line β€” rendered "PL <name>" beyond each end of the line.
smoothSmoothbooleanstandardappearancefalseRound the line's corners by curving the path through the control points.
includePrefixShow PL prefixbooleanstandardappearancetruePrefix the phase line name with "PL" (or show the bare name).
smoothResolutionSmooth resolutionnumberadvancedappearance12Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled.
labelPaddingLabel paddingnumberadvancedappearanceβ€”Extra clearance between the line and its labels, as a ratio of the label height

Text amplifiers

FieldLabelDescription
NHostile (ENY) markerField N β€” literal "ENY" marker beyond both ends of the line.

Label placement on a representative shape

Holding line

In retrograde river-crossing operations, the outer limit of the area established between the enemy and the water obstacle to preclude direct and observed indirect fires into the crossings.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
phaseLineNamePhase line nametextprimarydoctrinalβ€”Name the line as a phase line β€” rendered "PL <name>" beyond each end of the line.
smoothSmoothbooleanstandardappearancefalseRound the line's corners by curving the path through the control points.
includePrefixShow PL prefixbooleanstandardappearancetruePrefix the phase line name with "PL" (or show the bare name).
smoothResolutionSmooth resolutionnumberadvancedappearance12Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled.
labelPaddingLabel paddingnumberadvancedappearanceβ€”Extra clearance between the line and its labels, as a ratio of the label height

Text amplifiers

FieldLabelDescription
NHostile (ENY) markerField N β€” literal "ENY" marker beyond both ends of the line.

Label placement on a representative shape

Release line

A phase line used in river-crossing operations that delineates a change in the headquarters controlling movement.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
phaseLineNamePhase line nametextprimarydoctrinalβ€”Name the line as a phase line β€” rendered "PL <name>" beyond each end of the line.
smoothSmoothbooleanstandardappearancefalseRound the line's corners by curving the path through the control points.
includePrefixShow PL prefixbooleanstandardappearancetruePrefix the phase line name with "PL" (or show the bare name).
smoothResolutionSmooth resolutionnumberadvancedappearance12Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled.
labelPaddingLabel paddingnumberadvancedappearanceβ€”Extra clearance between the line and its labels, as a ratio of the label height

Text amplifiers

FieldLabelDescription
NHostile (ENY) markerField N β€” literal "ENY" marker beyond both ends of the line.

Label placement on a representative shape

Ambush

A variation of attack from concealed positions against a moving or temporarily halted enemy.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
arrowheadLengthRatioArrowhead lengthnumberadvancedappearance0.15Arrowhead length as a ratio of the chord span
arrowheadWidthRatioArrowhead widthnumberadvancedappearance0.5Arrowhead base width as a multiple of the arrowhead length
hatchLengthRatioHatch lengthnumberadvancedappearance0.15Length of the parallel hatches as a fraction of the chord span
hatchCountHatch countnumberadvancedappearance5Number of parallel hatches spaced along the curve
curveDepthRatioCurve depthnumberadvancedappearance0.25How far the back line bends toward the tip, as a fraction of the chord span
arcSegmentsArc segmentsnumberadvancedappearance30Number of segments used to render the curve

Handover line

A line where responsibility for a target, area, or force transitions from one unit or headquarters to another.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
phaseLineNamePhase line nametextprimarydoctrinalβ€”Name the line as a phase line β€” rendered "PL <name>" beyond each end of the line.
smoothSmoothbooleanstandardappearancefalseRound the line's corners by curving the path through the control points.
includePrefixShow PL prefixbooleanstandardappearancetruePrefix the phase line name with "PL" (or show the bare name).
smoothResolutionSmooth resolutionnumberadvancedappearance12Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled.
labelPaddingLabel paddingnumberadvancedappearanceβ€”Extra clearance between the line and its labels, as a ratio of the label height

Text amplifiers

FieldLabelDescription
NHostile (ENY) markerField N β€” literal "ENY" marker beyond both ends of the line.

Label placement on a representative shape

Battle handover line

A designated phase line where responsibility for combat operations transitions between two units, typically at a forward passage of lines.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
phaseLineNamePhase line nametextprimarydoctrinalβ€”Name the line as a phase line β€” rendered "PL <name>" beyond each end of the line.
smoothSmoothbooleanstandardappearancefalseRound the line's corners by curving the path through the control points.
includePrefixShow PL prefixbooleanstandardappearancetruePrefix the phase line name with "PL" (or show the bare name).
smoothResolutionSmooth resolutionnumberadvancedappearance12Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled.
labelPaddingLabel paddingnumberadvancedappearanceβ€”Extra clearance between the line and its labels, as a ratio of the label height

Text amplifiers

FieldLabelDescription
NHostile (ENY) markerField N β€” literal "ENY" marker beyond both ends of the line.

Label placement on a representative shape

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Area

A generic maneuver area enclosed by a boundary.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
smoothSmoothbooleanstandardappearancefalseRound the area's corners by curving the boundary through the control points.
smoothResolutionSmooth resolutionnumberadvancedappearance16Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled.
labelPaddingLabel paddingnumberadvancedappearanceβ€”Extra spacing between or around the area's labels, as a ratio of label height

Text amplifiers

FieldLabelDescription
TUnique designationField T β€” the area's unique designation.
NHostile (ENY) markerField N β€” literal "ENY" marker at the area's west and east edges.

Label placement on a representative shape

Assembly area

An area a unit occupies to prepare for further operations.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
smoothSmoothbooleanstandardappearancefalseRound the area's corners by curving the boundary through the control points.
multilineLabelMultiline labelbooleanstandardappearanceβ€”Place the doctrinal label above Field T on separate centered lines
smoothResolutionSmooth resolutionnumberadvancedappearance16Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled.
labelPaddingLabel paddingnumberadvancedappearanceβ€”Extra spacing between or around the area's labels, as a ratio of label height

Text amplifiers

FieldLabelDescription
TUnique designationField T β€” the area's unique designation.
HAdditional informationField H β€” additional free-text information, shown below the designation.
WEffective from (DTG)Field W β€” date-time group the area becomes effective.
W1Effective to (DTG)Field W1 β€” date-time group the area ceases to be effective.
NHostile (ENY) markerField N β€” literal "ENY" marker at the area's west and east edges.

Label placement on a representative shape

Joint tactical action area

An area, and the airspace above it, within which land, sea, and air-based forces conduct joint tactical actions, normally against a hostile force.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
smoothSmoothbooleanstandardappearancefalseRound the area's corners by curving the boundary through the control points.
multilineLabelMultiline labelbooleanstandardappearanceβ€”Place the doctrinal label above Field T on separate centered lines
smoothResolutionSmooth resolutionnumberadvancedappearance16Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled.
labelPaddingLabel paddingnumberadvancedappearanceβ€”Extra spacing between or around the area's labels, as a ratio of label height

Text amplifiers

FieldLabelDescription
TUnique designationField T β€” the area's unique designation.
HAdditional informationField H β€” additional free-text information, shown below the designation.
WEffective from (DTG)Field W β€” date-time group the area becomes effective.
W1Effective to (DTG)Field W1 β€” date-time group the area ceases to be effective.
NHostile (ENY) markerField N β€” literal "ENY" marker at the area's west and east edges.

Label placement on a representative shape

Submarine action area

An area, including the water space and airspace above it, reserved for submarine operations.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
smoothSmoothbooleanstandardappearancefalseRound the area's corners by curving the boundary through the control points.
multilineLabelMultiline labelbooleanstandardappearanceβ€”Place the doctrinal label above Field T on separate centered lines
smoothResolutionSmooth resolutionnumberadvancedappearance16Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled.
labelPaddingLabel paddingnumberadvancedappearanceβ€”Extra spacing between or around the area's labels, as a ratio of label height

Text amplifiers

FieldLabelDescription
TUnique designationField T β€” the area's unique designation.
WEffective from (DTG)Field W β€” date-time group the area becomes effective.
W1Effective to (DTG)Field W1 β€” date-time group the area ceases to be effective.
NHostile (ENY) markerField N β€” literal "ENY" marker at the area's west and east edges.

Label placement on a representative shape

Submarine-generated action area

An action area generated around a submarine's reported position, reserved for its operations.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
smoothSmoothbooleanstandardappearancefalseRound the area's corners by curving the boundary through the control points.
multilineLabelMultiline labelbooleanstandardappearanceβ€”Place the doctrinal label above Field T on separate centered lines
smoothResolutionSmooth resolutionnumberadvancedappearance16Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled.
labelPaddingLabel paddingnumberadvancedappearanceβ€”Extra spacing between or around the area's labels, as a ratio of label height

Text amplifiers

FieldLabelDescription
TUnique designationField T β€” the area's unique designation.
WEffective from (DTG)Field W β€” date-time group the area becomes effective.
W1Effective to (DTG)Field W1 β€” date-time group the area ceases to be effective.
NHostile (ENY) markerField N β€” literal "ENY" marker at the area's west and east edges.

Label placement on a representative shape

Drop zone

A specified area upon which airborne troops, equipment, or supplies are airdropped.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
smoothSmoothbooleanstandardappearancefalseRound the area's corners by curving the boundary through the control points.
multilineLabelMultiline labelbooleanstandardappearanceβ€”Place the doctrinal label above Field T on separate centered lines
smoothResolutionSmooth resolutionnumberadvancedappearance16Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled.
labelPaddingLabel paddingnumberadvancedappearanceβ€”Extra spacing between or around the area's labels, as a ratio of label height

Text amplifiers

FieldLabelDescription
TUnique designationField T β€” the area's unique designation.
NHostile (ENY) markerField N β€” literal "ENY" marker at the area's west and east edges.

Label placement on a representative shape

Extraction zone

A specified drop zone used for the delivery of supplies and/or equipment by means of an extraction technique from an aircraft flying very close to the ground.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
smoothSmoothbooleanstandardappearancefalseRound the area's corners by curving the boundary through the control points.
multilineLabelMultiline labelbooleanstandardappearanceβ€”Place the doctrinal label above Field T on separate centered lines
smoothResolutionSmooth resolutionnumberadvancedappearance16Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled.
labelPaddingLabel paddingnumberadvancedappearanceβ€”Extra spacing between or around the area's labels, as a ratio of label height

Text amplifiers

FieldLabelDescription
TUnique designationField T β€” the area's unique designation.
NHostile (ENY) markerField N β€” literal "ENY" marker at the area's west and east edges.

Label placement on a representative shape

Landing zone

A specified ground or water area for the landing of aircraft.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
smoothSmoothbooleanstandardappearancefalseRound the area's corners by curving the boundary through the control points.
multilineLabelMultiline labelbooleanstandardappearanceβ€”Place the doctrinal label above Field T on separate centered lines
smoothResolutionSmooth resolutionnumberadvancedappearance16Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled.
labelPaddingLabel paddingnumberadvancedappearanceβ€”Extra spacing between or around the area's labels, as a ratio of label height

Text amplifiers

FieldLabelDescription
TUnique designationField T β€” the area's unique designation.
HAdditional informationField H β€” additional free-text information, shown below the designation.
WEffective from (DTG)Field W β€” date-time group the area becomes effective.
W1Effective to (DTG)Field W1 β€” date-time group the area ceases to be effective.
NHostile (ENY) markerField N β€” literal "ENY" marker at the area's west and east edges.

Label placement on a representative shape

Pickup zone

A specified ground or water area used to pick up personnel or equipment by helicopter.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
smoothSmoothbooleanstandardappearancefalseRound the area's corners by curving the boundary through the control points.
multilineLabelMultiline labelbooleanstandardappearanceβ€”Place the doctrinal label above Field T on separate centered lines
smoothResolutionSmooth resolutionnumberadvancedappearance16Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled.
labelPaddingLabel paddingnumberadvancedappearanceβ€”Extra spacing between or around the area's labels, as a ratio of label height

Text amplifiers

FieldLabelDescription
TUnique designationField T β€” the area's unique designation.
HAdditional informationField H β€” additional free-text information, shown below the designation.
WEffective from (DTG)Field W β€” date-time group the area becomes effective.
W1Effective to (DTG)Field W1 β€” date-time group the area ceases to be effective.
NHostile (ENY) markerField N β€” literal "ENY" marker at the area's west and east edges.

Label placement on a representative shape

Fortified Area

A specified geographical locality with constructed defensive works as protection against attack.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
smoothSmoothbooleanstandardappearancefalseRound the area's corners by curving the boundary through the control points.
toothSizePixelsTooth size (screen)number (px)standardappearance10Size of the fortified-area teeth, in pixels
toothSizeTooth size (ground)number (m)standardappearance50Size of the fortified-area teeth, in meters
smoothResolutionSmooth resolutionnumberadvancedappearance16Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled.
labelPaddingLabel paddingnumberadvancedappearanceβ€”Extra spacing between or around the area's labels, as a ratio of label height

Text amplifiers

FieldLabelDescription
TUnique designationField T β€” the area's unique designation.
HAdditional informationField H β€” additional free-text information, shown below the designation.
WEffective from (DTG)Field W β€” date-time group the area becomes effective.
W1Effective to (DTG)Field W1 β€” date-time group the area ceases to be effective.
NHostile (ENY) markerField N β€” literal "ENY" marker at the area's west and east edges.

Label placement on a representative shape

Limited Access Area

An area with restricted access, identified by a back-hatch fill.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
smoothSmoothbooleanstandardappearancefalseRound the area's corners by curving the boundary through the control points.
smoothResolutionSmooth resolutionnumberadvancedappearance16Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled.
labelPaddingLabel paddingnumberadvancedappearanceβ€”Extra spacing between or around the area's labels, as a ratio of label height

Text amplifiers

FieldLabelDescription
NHostile (ENY) markerField N β€” literal "ENY" marker at the area's west and east edges.

Label placement on a representative shape

Battle Position

A defensive location oriented on a likely enemy avenue of approach, labeled with the echelon of the occupying unit.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
echelonEchelonenum"none""team""squad""section""platoon""company""battalion""regiment""brigade""division""corps""army""army-group""region""command"primarydoctrinal"battalion"Field B unit-size amplifier, drawn on the boundary.
smoothSmoothbooleanstandardappearancefalseRound the area's corners by curving the boundary through the control points.
echelonSizePixelsEchelon size (screen)number (px)standardappearance16Echelon glyph height in screen pixels.
echelonSizeEchelon size (ground)number (m)standardappearance750Echelon glyph height in meters.
smoothResolutionSmooth resolutionnumberadvancedappearance16Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled.
echelonPaddingEchelon paddingnumberadvancedappearance0.3Gap on each side of the echelon, as a ratio of its height.
echelonPositionEchelon positionnumberadvancedappearance0Slide the echelon along the boundary, as a fraction of the perimeter from the bottom edge.
labelPaddingLabel paddingnumberadvancedappearanceβ€”Extra spacing between or around the area's labels, as a ratio of label height

Text amplifiers

FieldLabelDescription
TUnique designationField T β€” the unit's designation, centered in the area.
NHostile (ENY) markerField N β€” literal "ENY" marker at the area's west and east edges.

Label placement on a representative shape

Battle Position Prepared (P) but not Occupied

A battle position that has been prepared for occupation but is not yet occupied, drawn with a dashed boundary and a (P)-prefixed designation.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
echelonEchelonenum"none""team""squad""section""platoon""company""battalion""regiment""brigade""division""corps""army""army-group""region""command"primarydoctrinal"battalion"Field B unit-size amplifier, drawn on the boundary.
smoothSmoothbooleanstandardappearancefalseRound the area's corners by curving the boundary through the control points.
multilineLabelMultiline labelbooleanstandardappearanceβ€”Place the doctrinal label above Field T on separate centered lines
echelonSizePixelsEchelon size (screen)number (px)standardappearance16Echelon glyph height in screen pixels.
echelonSizeEchelon size (ground)number (m)standardappearance750Echelon glyph height in meters.
smoothResolutionSmooth resolutionnumberadvancedappearance16Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled.
echelonPaddingEchelon paddingnumberadvancedappearance0.3Gap on each side of the echelon, as a ratio of its height.
echelonPositionEchelon positionnumberadvancedappearance0Slide the echelon along the boundary, as a fraction of the perimeter from the bottom edge.
labelPaddingLabel paddingnumberadvancedappearanceβ€”Extra spacing between or around the area's labels, as a ratio of label height

Text amplifiers

FieldLabelDescription
TUnique designationField T β€” the unit's designation, centered in the area.
NHostile (ENY) markerField N β€” literal "ENY" marker at the area's west and east edges.

Label placement on a representative shape

Strong Point

A key point in a defensive position, usually strongly fortified and heavily armed, around which other positions are grouped for its protection.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
echelonEchelonenum"none""team""squad""section""platoon""company""battalion""regiment""brigade""division""corps""army""army-group""region""command"primarydoctrinal"battalion"Field B unit-size amplifier, drawn on the boundary.
smoothSmoothbooleanstandardappearancefalseRound the area's corners by curving the boundary through the control points.
echelonSizePixelsEchelon size (screen)number (px)standardappearance16Echelon glyph height in screen pixels.
echelonSizeEchelon size (ground)number (m)standardappearance750Echelon glyph height in meters.
smoothResolutionSmooth resolutionnumberadvancedappearance16Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled.
echelonPaddingEchelon paddingnumberadvancedappearance0.3Gap on each side of the echelon, as a ratio of its height.
echelonPositionEchelon positionnumberadvancedappearance0Slide the echelon along the boundary, as a fraction of the perimeter from the bottom edge.
labelPaddingLabel paddingnumberadvancedappearanceβ€”Extra spacing between or around the area's labels, as a ratio of label height

Text amplifiers

FieldLabelDescription
TUnique designationField T β€” the unit's designation, centered in the area.
NHostile (ENY) markerField N β€” literal "ENY" marker at the area's west and east edges.

Label placement on a representative shape

Contain

Stops, holds, or surrounds enemy forces and prevents them from withdrawing or using them elsewhere.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
labelPaddingLabel paddingnumberadvancedappearance0.2Extra clearance around C and ENY, as a ratio of label height
resolutionResolutionnumberadvancedappearance32Number of segments used to approximate the semicircle

Text amplifiers

FieldLabelDescription
NHostile (ENY) markerField N β€” literal "ENY" marker at the area's west and east edges.

Label placement on a representative shape

Retain

Ensures that a terrain feature controlled by a friendly force remains secure.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
openingAngleOpeningnumberadvancedappearance30Angular opening on the friendly side, in degrees
arrowheadLengthRatioArrowhead lengthnumberadvancedappearance0.1Open-arrowhead length as a ratio of the symbol radius
arrowheadWidthRatioArrowhead widthnumberadvancedappearance0.12Open-arrowhead base width as a ratio of the symbol radius
labelPaddingR paddingnumberadvancedappearance0Extra boundary clearance on each side of R, as a ratio of its height

Engagement area

An area where the commander intends to contain and destroy an enemy force with the massed effects of all available weapons and supporting systems.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
smoothSmoothbooleanstandardappearancefalseRound the area's corners by curving the boundary through the control points.
multilineLabelMultiline labelbooleanstandardappearanceβ€”Place the doctrinal label above Field T on separate centered lines
smoothResolutionSmooth resolutionnumberadvancedappearance16Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled.
labelPaddingLabel paddingnumberadvancedappearanceβ€”Extra spacing between or around the area's labels, as a ratio of label height

Text amplifiers

FieldLabelDescription
TUnique designationField T β€” the area's unique designation.
NHostile (ENY) markerField N β€” literal "ENY" marker at the area's west and east edges.

Label placement on a representative shape

Airborne Attack

Airborne or aviation axis of advance.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
smoothSmoothbooleanstandardappearancefalseRound the corners where the shaft changes direction.
shaftWidthRatioShaft widthnumberadvancedappearance0.6Arrow shaft width as a ratio of the arrowhead width
rearWidthRatioRear widthnumberadvancedappearance0.6Width at the rear of the shaft as a ratio of the arrowhead width.
smoothResolutionSmooth resolutionnumberadvancedappearance5Number of segments approximating each rounded bend when smooth mode is enabled.

Attack Helicopter

Attack helicopter axis of advance.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
smoothSmoothbooleanstandardappearancefalseRound the corners where the shaft changes direction.
shaftWidthRatioShaft widthnumberadvancedappearance0.6Arrow shaft width as a ratio of the arrowhead width
rearWidthRatioRear widthnumberadvancedappearance0.6Width at the rear of the shaft as a ratio of the arrowhead width.
smoothResolutionSmooth resolutionnumberadvancedappearance5Number of segments approximating each rounded bend when smooth mode is enabled.
symbolHeightRatioSymbol heightnumberadvancedappearance0.45Height of the helicopter symbol as a ratio of the head width.
triangleSizeRatioTriangle sizenumberadvancedappearance0.25Size of the top triangle relative to the reference unit.
bottomBarWidthRatioBottom bar widthnumberadvancedappearance1.5Width of the bottom bar relative to the reference triangle.
bowTieWidthRatioBowtie widthnumberadvancedappearance0.8Size of the central bowtie relative to the reference triangle.

Main Attack

Receives the preponderance of available combat power to accomplish the operation's primary purpose.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
smoothSmoothbooleanstandardappearancefalseRound the corners where the shaft changes direction.
shaftWidthRatioShaft widthnumberadvancedappearance0.6Arrow shaft width as a ratio of the arrowhead width
rearWidthRatioRear widthnumberadvancedappearance0.6Width at the rear of the shaft as a ratio of the arrowhead width.
smoothResolutionSmooth resolutionnumberadvancedappearance5Number of segments approximating each rounded bend when smooth mode is enabled.
labelPositionDesignation positionnumberadvancedappearance0.25Position of Field T along the shaft, from tail (0) to head (1)
dtgPositionDate-time positionnumberadvancedappearance0.62Position of Fields W/W1 along the shaft, from tail (0) to head (1)
labelPaddingLabel paddingnumberadvancedappearance0Extra spacing between the W and W1 rows, in label heights

Text amplifiers

FieldLabelDescription
TUnique designationField T β€” the maneuver's unique designation.
WStart date-time groupField W β€” the maneuver's start date-time group.
W1End date-time groupField W1 β€” the maneuver's end date-time group.

Label placement on a representative shape

Supporting Attack

Supports the main attack by fixing, deceiving, or preventing enemy forces from interfering with it.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
smoothSmoothbooleanstandardappearancefalseRound the corners where the shaft changes direction.
shaftWidthRatioShaft widthnumberadvancedappearance0.6Arrow shaft width as a ratio of the arrowhead width
rearWidthRatioRear widthnumberadvancedappearance0.6Width at the rear of the shaft as a ratio of the arrowhead width.
smoothResolutionSmooth resolutionnumberadvancedappearance5Number of segments approximating each rounded bend when smooth mode is enabled.
labelPositionDesignation positionnumberadvancedappearance0.25Position of Field T along the shaft, from tail (0) to head (1)
dtgPositionDate-time positionnumberadvancedappearance0.62Position of Fields W/W1 along the shaft, from tail (0) to head (1)
labelPaddingLabel paddingnumberadvancedappearance0Extra spacing between the W and W1 rows, in label heights

Text amplifiers

FieldLabelDescription
TUnique designationField T β€” the maneuver's unique designation.
WStart date-time groupField W β€” the maneuver's start date-time group.
W1End date-time groupField W1 β€” the maneuver's end date-time group.

Label placement on a representative shape

Assault position

That position between the line of departure and the objective in an attack from which forces assault the objective. Ideally, it is the last covered and concealed position before reaching the objective.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
smoothSmoothbooleanstandardappearancefalseRound the area's corners by curving the boundary through the control points.
multilineLabelMultiline labelbooleanstandardappearanceβ€”Place the doctrinal label above Field T on separate centered lines
smoothResolutionSmooth resolutionnumberadvancedappearance16Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled.
labelPaddingLabel paddingnumberadvancedappearanceβ€”Extra spacing between or around the area's labels, as a ratio of label height

Text amplifiers

FieldLabelDescription
TUnique designationField T β€” the area's unique designation.
NHostile (ENY) markerField N β€” literal "ENY" marker at the area's west and east edges.

Label placement on a representative shape

Attack position

The last position occupied by the assault echelon before crossing the start line/line of departure.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
smoothSmoothbooleanstandardappearancefalseRound the area's corners by curving the boundary through the control points.
multilineLabelMultiline labelbooleanstandardappearanceβ€”Place the doctrinal label above Field T on separate centered lines
smoothResolutionSmooth resolutionnumberadvancedappearance16Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled.
labelPaddingLabel paddingnumberadvancedappearanceβ€”Extra spacing between or around the area's labels, as a ratio of label height

Text amplifiers

FieldLabelDescription
TUnique designationField T β€” the area's unique designation.
NHostile (ENY) markerField N β€” literal "ENY" marker at the area's west and east edges.

Label placement on a representative shape

Objective area

A defined geographical area within which is located an objective to be captured or reached by the military forces. This area is defined by competent authority for purposes of command and control.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
smoothSmoothbooleanstandardappearancefalseRound the area's corners by curving the boundary through the control points.
multilineLabelMultiline labelbooleanstandardappearanceβ€”Place the doctrinal label above Field T on separate centered lines
smoothResolutionSmooth resolutionnumberadvancedappearance16Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled.
labelPaddingLabel paddingnumberadvancedappearanceβ€”Extra spacing between or around the area's labels, as a ratio of label height

Text amplifiers

FieldLabelDescription
TUnique designationField T β€” the area's unique designation.
NHostile (ENY) markerField N β€” literal "ENY" marker at the area's west and east edges.

Label placement on a representative shape

Encirclement

The loss of freedom of maneuver resulting from enemy control of all ground routes of evacuation and reinforcement.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
smoothSmoothbooleanstandardappearancetrueRound the boundary by curving it through the control points.
smoothResolutionSmooth resolutionnumberadvancedappearance16Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled.
barbSpacingRatioSpacingnumberadvancedappearance0.4Spacing between barbs as a ratio of the symbol radius (smaller is denser).
barbLengthRatioBarb lengthnumberadvancedappearance0.16Barb height as a ratio of the symbol radius (amplitude).

Text amplifiers

FieldLabelDescription
NHostile (ENY) markerField N β€” literal "ENY" marker at the area's west and east edges.

Label placement on a representative shape

Penetration box

An area in which a force ruptures the enemy's defense on a narrow front to break the continuity of the defensive system.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
smoothSmoothbooleanstandardappearancefalseRound the area's corners by curving the boundary through the control points.
smoothResolutionSmooth resolutionnumberadvancedappearance16Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled.
labelPaddingLabel paddingnumberadvancedappearanceβ€”Extra spacing between or around the area's labels, as a ratio of label height

Text amplifiers

FieldLabelDescription
TUnique designationField T β€” the area's unique designation.
NHostile (ENY) markerField N β€” literal "ENY" marker at the area's west and east edges.

Label placement on a representative shape

Attack by Fire

Uses direct and indirect fires to engage an enemy from a distance without closing, normally to destroy, suppress, fix, or deceive it. Unlike support by fire, it does not support another maneuvering force.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
arrowheadWidthRatioArrowhead widthnumberadvancedappearance0.3Arrowhead width as a ratio of the shaft length
rearLineLengthRatioRear line lengthnumberadvancedappearance0.3Length of the rear flare lines as a ratio of the head
rearLineAngleRear line anglenumberadvancedappearance45Angle of the rear flare lines, in degrees

Support By Fire

Engages the enemy by direct fire in support of another maneuvering force, normally to fix or suppress the enemy so it cannot effectively fire on that force.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
arrowheadWidthRatioArrowhead widthnumberadvancedappearance0.3Arrowhead width as a ratio of the shaft length
rearLineLengthRatioRear line lengthnumberadvancedappearance0.3Length of the rear flare lines as a ratio of the head
rearLineAngleRear line anglenumberadvancedappearance45Angle of the rear flare lines, in degrees

Search Area

Designates an area to examine systematically for specified persons, forces, materiel, or information.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
arrowheadLengthRatioArrowhead lengthnumberadvancedappearance0.12Arrowhead length as a ratio of the total leg length
arrowheadWidthRatioArrowhead widthnumberadvancedappearance0.5Arrowhead base width as a multiple of the arrowhead length
zigzagStartZigzag startnumberadvancedappearance0.55Point along the leg where the zigzag begins (0-1).
zigzagEndZigzag endnumberadvancedappearance0.45Point along the leg where the zigzag returns (0-1).
zigzagAmplitudeRatioZigzag amplitudenumberadvancedappearance0.07Perpendicular kink offset as a ratio of leg length.

Area Defense

A defensive posture oriented in all directions and focused on retaining specified terrain.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
openingAngleArrow openingnumberadvancedappearance30Angular opening between the two arrow tips, in degrees
labelOpeningAngleAD openingnumberadvancedappearance20Angular opening occupied by the AD label, in degrees
barbCountBarbsnumberadvancedappearance6Number of filled outward barbs distributed around the defense
barbLengthRatioBarb lengthnumberadvancedappearance0.16Barb height as a ratio of the symbol radius
arrowheadLengthRatioArrowhead lengthnumberadvancedappearance0.18Open-arrowhead length as a ratio of the symbol radius

Frontal Attack

An offensive maneuver in which the main action is directed against the front.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
smoothSmoothbooleanstandardappearancefalseRound the corners where the shaft changes direction.
shaftWidthRatioShaft widthnumberadvancedappearance0.6Arrow shaft width as a ratio of the arrowhead width
rearWidthRatioRear widthnumberadvancedappearance0.6Width at the rear of the shaft as a ratio of the arrowhead width.
smoothResolutionSmooth resolutionnumberadvancedappearance5Number of segments approximating each rounded bend when smooth mode is enabled.
crossbarLengthRatioStraight line lengthnumberadvancedappearance1.1Crossbar length as a multiple of the arrowhead base width
labelPositionDesignation positionnumberadvancedappearance0.25Position of Field T along the shaft, from tail (0) to head (1)
dtgPositionDate-time positionnumberadvancedappearance0.62Position of Fields W/W1 along the shaft, from tail (0) to head (1)
labelPaddingLabel paddingnumberadvancedappearance0Extra spacing between the W and W1 rows, in label heights

Text amplifiers

FieldLabelDescription
TUnique designationField T β€” the maneuver's unique designation.
WStart date-time groupField W β€” the maneuver's start date-time group.
W1End date-time groupField W1 β€” the maneuver's end date-time group.

Label placement on a representative shape

Mobile Defense

A defensive maneuver that uses terrain, fires, and maneuver to defeat an attacking enemy force.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
labelPaddingLabel paddingnumberadvancedappearance0Extra clearance around MD, as a ratio of label height

Turning Movement

A maneuver that passes around or over an enemy's principal defensive positions to secure objectives to the enemy's rear.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
smoothSmoothbooleanstandardappearancefalseRound the corners where the shaft changes direction.
shaftWidthRatioShaft widthnumberadvancedappearance0.6Arrow shaft width as a ratio of the arrowhead width
rearWidthRatioRear widthnumberadvancedappearance0.6Width at the rear of the shaft as a ratio of the arrowhead width.
smoothResolutionSmooth resolutionnumberadvancedappearance5Number of segments approximating each rounded bend when smooth mode is enabled.
crossbarLengthRatioStraight line lengthnumberadvancedappearance1.1Crossbar length as a multiple of the arrowhead base width
labelPositionDesignation positionnumberadvancedappearance0.25Position of Field T along the shaft, from tail (0) to head (1)
dtgPositionDate-time positionnumberadvancedappearance0.62Position of Fields W/W1 along the shaft, from tail (0) to head (1)
labelPaddingLabel paddingnumberadvancedappearance0Extra spacing between the W and W1 rows, in label heights
crossbarPositionCrossbar positionnumberadvancedappearance0Position along the shaft, from tail (0) to arrowhead base (1)

Text amplifiers

FieldLabelDescription
TUnique designationField T β€” the maneuver's unique designation.
WStart date-time groupField W β€” the maneuver's start date-time group.
W1End date-time groupField W1 β€” the maneuver's end date-time group.

Label placement on a representative shape

20Maritime Control Areas01

Radar Search Doctrine

A maritime radar search area defined by an axis and annular-sector limits.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
resolutionResolutionnumberadvancedappearance64Number of segments in a full 360Β° sweep.

Text amplifiers

FieldLabelDescription
TUnique designationField T β€” designation centered in the search area along its axis.

Label placement on a representative shape

24Fire Areas01

No Fire Area (NFA) – Irregular

An irregular area into which fires or their effects are prohibited.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
smoothSmoothbooleanstandardappearancefalseRound the area's corners by curving the boundary through the control points.
smoothResolutionSmooth resolutionnumberadvancedappearance16Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled.
labelPaddingLabel paddingnumberadvancedappearance0.7Extra spacing between or around the area's labels, as a ratio of label height

Text amplifiers

FieldLabelDescription
TUnique designationField T β€” the no-fire area's unique designation.
WEffective from (DTG)Field W β€” date-time group the no-fire area becomes effective.
W1Effective to (DTG)Field W1 β€” date-time group the no-fire area ceases to be effective.
NHostile (ENY) markerField N β€” literal "ENY" marker at the area's west and east edges.

Label placement on a representative shape

27Protection Areas15

Obstacle Belt

A brigade-level control measure within an obstacle zone that limits friendly obstacle employment and focuses the defense.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
toothSizeTooth size (ground)number (m)standardappearance50Boundary tooth height in meters
toothSizePixelsTooth size (screen)number (px)standardappearance10Boundary tooth height in pixels
smoothSmoothbooleanstandardappearancefalseRound the area's corners by curving the boundary through the control points.
smoothResolutionSmooth resolutionnumberadvancedappearance16Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled.
labelPaddingLabel paddingnumberadvancedappearanceβ€”Extra spacing between or around the area's labels, as a ratio of label height

Text amplifiers

FieldLabelDescription
TUnique designationField T β€” the area's unique designation.
NHostile (ENY) markerField N β€” literal "ENY" marker at the area's west and east edges.

Label placement on a representative shape

Obstacle Zone

A division-level control measure designating land areas where subordinate units are authorized to employ tactical obstacles.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
toothSizeTooth size (ground)number (m)standardappearance50Boundary tooth height in meters
toothSizePixelsTooth size (screen)number (px)standardappearance10Boundary tooth height in pixels
smoothSmoothbooleanstandardappearancefalseRound the area's corners by curving the boundary through the control points.
smoothResolutionSmooth resolutionnumberadvancedappearance16Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled.
labelPaddingLabel paddingnumberadvancedappearanceβ€”Extra spacing between or around the area's labels, as a ratio of label height

Text amplifiers

FieldLabelDescription
TUnique designationField T β€” the area's unique designation.
NHostile (ENY) markerField N β€” literal "ENY" marker at the area's west and east edges.

Label placement on a representative shape

Obstacle Free Zone

An area designated to remain completely free of reinforcing obstacles.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
toothSizeTooth size (ground)number (m)standardappearance50Boundary tooth height in meters
toothSizePixelsTooth size (screen)number (px)standardappearance10Boundary tooth height in pixels
smoothSmoothbooleanstandardappearancefalseRound the area's corners by curving the boundary through the control points.
smoothResolutionSmooth resolutionnumberadvancedappearance16Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled.
labelPaddingLabel paddingnumberadvancedappearanceβ€”Extra spacing between or around the area's labels, as a ratio of label height

Text amplifiers

FieldLabelDescription
TUnique designationField T β€” the area's unique designation.
WEffective from (DTG)Field W β€” date-time group the area becomes effective.
W1Effective to (DTG)Field W1 β€” date-time group the area ceases to be effective.
NHostile (ENY) markerField N β€” literal "ENY" marker at the area's west and east edges.

Label placement on a representative shape

Obstacle Restricted Zone

A control measure limiting the types or number of obstacles permitted within an area.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
toothSizeTooth size (ground)number (m)standardappearance50Boundary tooth height in meters
toothSizePixelsTooth size (screen)number (px)standardappearance10Boundary tooth height in pixels
smoothSmoothbooleanstandardappearancefalseRound the area's corners by curving the boundary through the control points.
smoothResolutionSmooth resolutionnumberadvancedappearance16Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled.
labelPaddingLabel paddingnumberadvancedappearanceβ€”Extra spacing between or around the area's labels, as a ratio of label height

Text amplifiers

FieldLabelDescription
TUnique designationField T β€” the area's unique designation.
WEffective from (DTG)Field W β€” date-time group the area becomes effective.
W1Effective to (DTG)Field W1 β€” date-time group the area ceases to be effective.
NHostile (ENY) markerField N β€” literal "ENY" marker at the area's west and east edges.

Label placement on a representative shape

Block

Integrates fires and obstacles to stop an attacker along an avenue of approach or prevent it from passing through an engagement area. Establishes a limit of enemy advance.

No parameters β€” shape is fully determined by its points.

Disrupt

Integrates fires and obstacles to break up an enemy's formation and tempo, interrupt its timetable, commit breaching assets prematurely, and force a piecemeal attack.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
middleArrowLengthRatioMiddle arrow lengthnumberadvancedappearance0.65Middle arrow length as a ratio of the longest (top) arrow.
bottomArrowLengthRatioBottom arrow lengthnumberadvancedappearance0.45Bottom arrow length as a ratio of the longest (top) arrow.
shaftLengthRatioShaft lengthnumberadvancedappearance0.65Center shaft length as a ratio of the longest arrow, extending opposite.
arrowheadLengthRatioArrowhead lengthnumberadvancedappearance0.2Arrowhead length as a ratio of the longest arrow
arrowheadWidthRatioArrowhead widthnumberadvancedappearance0.2Arrowhead base width as a ratio of the longest arrow

Fix

Slows an attacker within a specified area, giving friendly forces time to acquire, target, and destroy it throughout the area's depth.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
arrowheadAngleArrowhead anglenumberadvancedappearance35Half-angle of the open arrowhead wings, in degrees.
arrowheadLengthRatioArrowhead lengthnumberadvancedappearance0.16Arrowhead length as a ratio of the axis length
endSegmentRatioEnd segmentnumberadvancedappearance0.2Flat end segment length as a ratio of the axis (capped at 0.35).

Turn

Diverts an enemy formation from one avenue of approach to another or into an engagement area. The arrow indicates the desired direction of turn.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
arrowheadLengthRatioArrowhead lengthnumberadvancedappearance0.16Arrowhead length as a ratio of the rear-to-tip distance
arrowheadWidthRatioArrowhead widthnumberadvancedappearance0.16Arrowhead base width as a ratio of the rear-to-tip distance
arcSegmentsArc segmentsnumberadvancedappearance64Number of line segments approximating the quarter-circle shaft.

Obstacle Bypass Easy

Obstacle bypass (easy) with parallel rails and two arrowheads.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
arrowheadLengthRatioArrowhead lengthnumberadvancedappearance0.2Arrowhead length as a ratio of the opening width
arrowheadWidthRatioArrowhead widthnumberadvancedappearance0.2Arrowhead base width as a ratio of the opening width
defaultLengthRatioDefault lengthnumberadvancedappearance1.5Symbol depth as a ratio of opening width when no hint point is given

Obstacle Bypass Difficult

Obstacle bypass (difficult) with zigzag rear line and arrowheads.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
arrowheadLengthRatioArrowhead lengthnumberadvancedappearance0.2Arrowhead length as a ratio of the opening width
arrowheadWidthRatioArrowhead widthnumberadvancedappearance0.2Arrowhead base width as a ratio of the opening width
defaultLengthRatioDefault lengthnumberadvancedappearance1.5Symbol depth as a ratio of opening width when no hint point is given
zigzagAmplitudeRatioZigzag amplitudenumberadvancedappearance0.12Zigzag tooth depth as a ratio of the opening width.
zigzagSpacingRatioZigzag spacingnumberadvancedappearance0.18Spacing between zigzag teeth as a ratio of the opening width.

Obstacle Bypass Impossible

Obstacle bypass (impossible) with rear barrier marks and arrowheads.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
arrowheadLengthRatioArrowhead lengthnumberadvancedappearance0.2Arrowhead length as a ratio of the opening width
arrowheadWidthRatioArrowhead widthnumberadvancedappearance0.2Arrowhead base width as a ratio of the opening width
defaultLengthRatioDefault lengthnumberadvancedappearance1.5Symbol depth as a ratio of opening width when no hint point is given
rearBarLengthRatioRear bar lengthnumberadvancedappearance0.12Length of each rear barrier bar as a ratio of the opening width.
rearGapRatioRear gapnumberadvancedappearance0.08Gap between the two rear bars as a ratio of the opening width.

Minefield

A static point symbol identifying a minefield and its mine type.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
mineTypeMine typeenum"unspecified""antipersonnel""antipersonnel-directional""antitank""antitank-antihandling""wide-area-antitank""mine-cluster"primarydoctrinal"unspecified"Modifier 1 (symbol set 25 values 13–19).
sizeMetersSize (ground)number (m)standardappearanceβ€”Overall width of the static symbol.
rotationRotationnumber (Β°)standardappearance0Clockwise rotation of the static symbol.

Text amplifiers

FieldLabelDescription
NHostile (ENY) markerField N β€” literal "ENY" marker at the minefield's west and east sides.
HAdditional informationField H β€” additional information shown above the minefield.
WDate-time groupField W β€” date-time group shown below the minefield.

Label placement on a representative shape

Minefield (Dynamic)

A free-area minefield filled with the selected Modifier 1 mine pictogram.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
mineTypeMine typeenum"unspecified""antipersonnel""antipersonnel-directional""antitank""antitank-antihandling""wide-area-antitank""mine-cluster"primarydoctrinal"unspecified"Modifier 1 (symbol set 25 values 13–19).
smoothSmoothbooleanstandardappearancefalseRound the area's corners by curving the boundary through the control points.
smoothResolutionSmooth resolutionnumberadvancedappearance16Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled.
labelPaddingLabel paddingnumberadvancedappearanceβ€”Extra spacing between or around the area's labels, as a ratio of label height

Text amplifiers

FieldLabelDescription
NHostile (ENY) markerField N β€” literal "ENY" marker at the area's west and east edges.

Label placement on a representative shape

Mined Area

An area dangerous because of the presence or suspected presence of mines.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
mineTypeMine typeenum"unspecified""antipersonnel""antipersonnel-directional""antitank""antitank-antihandling""wide-area-antitank""mine-cluster"primarydoctrinal"unspecified"Modifier 1 (symbol set 25 values 13–19).
smoothSmoothbooleanstandardappearancefalseRound the area's corners by curving the boundary through the control points.
smoothResolutionSmooth resolutionnumberadvancedappearance16Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled.
labelPaddingLabel paddingnumberadvancedappearanceβ€”Extra spacing between or around the area's labels, as a ratio of label height

Text amplifiers

FieldLabelDescription
NHostile (ENY) markerField N β€” literal "ENY" marker at the area's west and east edges.

Label placement on a representative shape

Bridge or Gap

An area within a minefield or obstacle belt, free of live mines or obstacles, whose width and direction allow a friendly force to pass through in tactical formation.

No parameters β€” shape is fully determined by its points.

Text amplifiers

FieldLabelDescription
TUnique designationField T β€” the bridge or gap's unique designation.
WEffective from (DTG)Field W β€” date-time group the bridge or gap becomes effective.
W1Effective to (DTG)Field W1 β€” date-time group the bridge or gap ceases to be effective.

Label placement on a representative shape

29Protection Lines13

Ditch - Under Construction

Antitank ditch obstacle under construction.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
smoothSmoothbooleanstandardappearancefalseRound the line's corners by curving the path through the control points.
toothHeightPixelsTooth height (screen)number (px)standardappearance10Perpendicular depth of each triangular tooth
toothHeightTooth height (ground)number (m)standardappearance50Perpendicular depth of each triangular tooth
smoothResolutionSmooth resolutionnumberadvancedappearance16Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled.
toothWidthRatioTooth width rationumber (x)advancedappearance1.15Tooth base span as a multiple of height
labelPaddingLabel paddingnumberadvancedappearanceβ€”Extra clearance around labels, as a ratio of the label height

Text amplifiers

FieldLabelDescription
NHostile (ENY) markerField N β€” literal "ENY" marker beyond both ends of the line.

Label placement on a representative shape

Ditch - Completed

Completed antitank ditch obstacle.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
smoothSmoothbooleanstandardappearancefalseRound the line's corners by curving the path through the control points.
toothHeightPixelsTooth height (screen)number (px)standardappearance10Perpendicular depth of each triangular tooth
toothHeightTooth height (ground)number (m)standardappearance50Perpendicular depth of each triangular tooth
smoothResolutionSmooth resolutionnumberadvancedappearance16Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled.
toothWidthRatioTooth width rationumber (x)advancedappearance1.15Tooth base span as a multiple of height
labelPaddingLabel paddingnumberadvancedappearanceβ€”Extra clearance around labels, as a ratio of the label height

Text amplifiers

FieldLabelDescription
NHostile (ENY) markerField N β€” literal "ENY" marker beyond both ends of the line.

Label placement on a representative shape

Antitank Wall

Antitank wall obstacle.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
smoothSmoothbooleanstandardappearancefalseRound the line's corners by curving the path through the control points.
toothHeightPixelsTooth height (screen)number (px)standardappearance10Perpendicular depth of each triangular tooth
toothHeightTooth height (ground)number (m)standardappearance50Perpendicular depth of each triangular tooth
smoothResolutionSmooth resolutionnumberadvancedappearance16Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled.
toothWidthRatioTooth width rationumber (x)advancedappearance2.2Tooth base span as a multiple of height
labelPaddingLabel paddingnumberadvancedappearanceβ€”Extra clearance around labels, as a ratio of the label height
toothSpacingRatioTooth spacing rationumber (x)advancedappearance1.35Gap between teeth as a multiple of base width

Text amplifiers

FieldLabelDescription
NHostile (ENY) markerField N β€” literal "ENY" marker beyond both ends of the line.

Label placement on a representative shape

Wire Obstacles – Unspecified

A wire obstacle whose fence type is unspecified.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
smoothSmoothbooleanstandardappearancefalseRound the line's corners by curving the path through the control points.
markerSizeMarker size (ground)number (m)standardappearance100Full height of each wire marker in meters
markerSizePixelsMarker size (screen)number (px)standardappearance20Full height of each wire marker in pixels
smoothResolutionSmooth resolutionnumberadvancedappearance16Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled.
markerSpacingRatioMarker spacingnumberadvancedappearance1.5Target distance between marker groups as a multiple of marker height
labelPaddingLabel paddingnumberadvancedappearanceβ€”Extra clearance around labels, as a ratio of the label height

Text amplifiers

FieldLabelDescription
NHostile (ENY) markerField N β€” literal "ENY" marker beyond both ends of the line.

Label placement on a representative shape

Single Fence

A wire obstacle consisting of a single fence.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
smoothSmoothbooleanstandardappearancefalseRound the line's corners by curving the path through the control points.
markerSizeMarker size (ground)number (m)standardappearance100Full height of each wire marker in meters
markerSizePixelsMarker size (screen)number (px)standardappearance20Full height of each wire marker in pixels
smoothResolutionSmooth resolutionnumberadvancedappearance16Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled.
markerSpacingRatioMarker spacingnumberadvancedappearance3Target distance between marker groups as a multiple of marker height
labelPaddingLabel paddingnumberadvancedappearanceβ€”Extra clearance around labels, as a ratio of the label height

Text amplifiers

FieldLabelDescription
NHostile (ENY) markerField N β€” literal "ENY" marker beyond both ends of the line.

Label placement on a representative shape

Double Fence

A wire obstacle consisting of a double fence.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
smoothSmoothbooleanstandardappearancefalseRound the line's corners by curving the path through the control points.
markerSizeMarker size (ground)number (m)standardappearance100Full height of each wire marker in meters
markerSizePixelsMarker size (screen)number (px)standardappearance20Full height of each wire marker in pixels
smoothResolutionSmooth resolutionnumberadvancedappearance16Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled.
markerSpacingRatioMarker spacingnumberadvancedappearance3.6Target distance between marker groups as a multiple of marker height
labelPaddingLabel paddingnumberadvancedappearanceβ€”Extra clearance around labels, as a ratio of the label height

Text amplifiers

FieldLabelDescription
NHostile (ENY) markerField N β€” literal "ENY" marker beyond both ends of the line.

Label placement on a representative shape

Double Apron Fence

A wire fence with an apron on each side.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
smoothSmoothbooleanstandardappearancefalseRound the line's corners by curving the path through the control points.
markerSizeMarker size (ground)number (m)standardappearance100Full height of each wire marker in meters
markerSizePixelsMarker size (screen)number (px)standardappearance20Full height of each wire marker in pixels
smoothResolutionSmooth resolutionnumberadvancedappearance16Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled.
markerSpacingRatioMarker spacingnumberadvancedappearance1.5Target distance between marker groups as a multiple of marker height
labelPaddingLabel paddingnumberadvancedappearanceβ€”Extra clearance around labels, as a ratio of the label height

Text amplifiers

FieldLabelDescription
NHostile (ENY) markerField N β€” literal "ENY" marker beyond both ends of the line.

Label placement on a representative shape

Low Wire Fence

A low wire fence obstacle.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
smoothSmoothbooleanstandardappearancefalseRound the line's corners by curving the path through the control points.
markerSizeMarker size (ground)number (m)standardappearance100Full height of each wire marker in meters
markerSizePixelsMarker size (screen)number (px)standardappearance20Full height of each wire marker in pixels
smoothResolutionSmooth resolutionnumberadvancedappearance16Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled.
markerSpacingRatioMarker spacingnumberadvancedappearance1.5Target distance between marker groups as a multiple of marker height
labelPaddingLabel paddingnumberadvancedappearanceβ€”Extra clearance around labels, as a ratio of the label height

Text amplifiers

FieldLabelDescription
NHostile (ENY) markerField N β€” literal "ENY" marker beyond both ends of the line.

Label placement on a representative shape

High Wire Fence

A high wire fence obstacle.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
smoothSmoothbooleanstandardappearancefalseRound the line's corners by curving the path through the control points.
markerSizeMarker size (ground)number (m)standardappearance100Full height of each wire marker in meters
markerSizePixelsMarker size (screen)number (px)standardappearance20Full height of each wire marker in pixels
smoothResolutionSmooth resolutionnumberadvancedappearance16Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled.
markerSpacingRatioMarker spacingnumberadvancedappearance1.5Target distance between marker groups as a multiple of marker height
labelPaddingLabel paddingnumberadvancedappearanceβ€”Extra clearance around labels, as a ratio of the label height

Text amplifiers

FieldLabelDescription
NHostile (ENY) markerField N β€” literal "ENY" marker beyond both ends of the line.

Label placement on a representative shape

Single Concertina

A wire obstacle consisting of a single concertina coil.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
smoothSmoothbooleanstandardappearancefalseRound the line's corners by curving the path through the control points.
markerSizeMarker size (ground)number (m)standardappearance100Full height of each wire marker in meters
markerSizePixelsMarker size (screen)number (px)standardappearance20Full height of each wire marker in pixels
smoothResolutionSmooth resolutionnumberadvancedappearance16Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled.
resolutionResolutionnumberadvancedappearance64Number of segments in a full 360Β° sweep.
markerSpacingRatioMarker spacingnumberadvancedappearance1.25Target distance between marker groups as a multiple of marker height
labelPaddingLabel paddingnumberadvancedappearanceβ€”Extra clearance around labels, as a ratio of the label height

Text amplifiers

FieldLabelDescription
NHostile (ENY) markerField N β€” literal "ENY" marker beyond both ends of the line.

Label placement on a representative shape

Double Strand Concertina

A wire obstacle consisting of double-strand concertina.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
smoothSmoothbooleanstandardappearancefalseRound the line's corners by curving the path through the control points.
markerSizeMarker size (ground)number (m)standardappearance100Full height of each wire marker in meters
markerSizePixelsMarker size (screen)number (px)standardappearance20Full height of each wire marker in pixels
smoothResolutionSmooth resolutionnumberadvancedappearance16Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled.
resolutionResolutionnumberadvancedappearance64Number of segments in a full 360Β° sweep.
markerSpacingRatioMarker spacingnumberadvancedappearance1.25Target distance between marker groups as a multiple of marker height
labelPaddingLabel paddingnumberadvancedappearanceβ€”Extra clearance around labels, as a ratio of the label height

Text amplifiers

FieldLabelDescription
NHostile (ENY) markerField N β€” literal "ENY" marker beyond both ends of the line.

Label placement on a representative shape

Triple Strand Concertina

A wire obstacle consisting of triple-strand concertina.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
smoothSmoothbooleanstandardappearancefalseRound the line's corners by curving the path through the control points.
markerSizeMarker size (ground)number (m)standardappearance100Full height of each wire marker in meters
markerSizePixelsMarker size (screen)number (px)standardappearance20Full height of each wire marker in pixels
smoothResolutionSmooth resolutionnumberadvancedappearance16Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled.
resolutionResolutionnumberadvancedappearance64Number of segments in a full 360Β° sweep.
markerSpacingRatioMarker spacingnumberadvancedappearance1.25Target distance between marker groups as a multiple of marker height
labelPaddingLabel paddingnumberadvancedappearanceβ€”Extra clearance around labels, as a ratio of the label height

Text amplifiers

FieldLabelDescription
NHostile (ENY) markerField N β€” literal "ENY" marker beyond both ends of the line.

Label placement on a representative shape

Fortified Line

Fortified line with castellated square-wave boundary.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
smoothSmoothbooleanstandardappearancefalseRound the line's corners by curving the path through the control points.
toothSizePixelsTooth size (screen)number (px)standardappearance10Side length of the square crenellations
toothSizeTooth size (ground)number (m)standardappearance50Side length of the square crenellations
smoothResolutionSmooth resolutionnumberadvancedappearance16Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled.
labelPaddingLabel paddingnumberadvancedappearanceβ€”Extra clearance around labels, as a ratio of the label height

Text amplifiers

FieldLabelDescription
NHostile (ENY) markerField N β€” literal "ENY" marker beyond both ends of the line.

Label placement on a representative shape

34Mission Tasks41

Block

Denies the enemy access to an area or avenue of approach, normally for a specified time or until a specified event occurs. The enemy may still move in other directions.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
labelPaddingLabel paddingnumberadvancedappearance0.3Extra clearance around labels, as a ratio of the label height

Breach

Breaks through or establishes a passage through enemy defenses, obstacles, minefields, or fortifications using synchronized combined arms.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
tickLengthRatioTick lengthnumberadvancedappearance0.15Length of the outward end ticks, as a ratio of the front opening width
tickAngleTick anglenumberadvancedappearance45Outward lean of the end ticks from perpendicular, in degrees
labelPaddingLabel paddingnumberadvancedappearance0.3Extra clearance around labels, as a ratio of the label height

Bypass

Deliberately avoids contact with an obstacle or enemy force to maintain momentum and avoid unnecessary combat.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
arrowheadLengthRatioArrowhead lengthnumberadvancedappearance0.12Arrowhead length as a ratio of the front opening width
labelPaddingLabel paddingnumberadvancedappearance0.3Extra clearance around labels, as a ratio of the label height

Canalize

Restricts enemy movement to a narrow zone using terrain, obstacles, fires, or friendly maneuver, making the enemy vulnerable to piecemeal destruction.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
tickLengthRatioTick lengthnumberadvancedappearance0.15Length of the inward end ticks, as a ratio of the front opening width
tickAngleTick anglenumberadvancedappearance45Inward lean of the end ticks from perpendicular, in degrees
labelPaddingLabel paddingnumberadvancedappearance0.3Extra clearance around labels, as a ratio of the label height

Clear

Eliminates all enemy forces within an assigned area by destroying, capturing, or forcing their withdrawal so they cannot offer organized resistance.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
arrowInsetRatioArrow paddingnumberadvancedappearance0.15Padding between the line endpoints and the outer arrows, as a ratio of height
arrowheadLengthRatioArrowhead lengthnumberadvancedappearance0.15Arrowhead length as a ratio of the symbol height
arrowheadWidthRatioArrowhead widthnumberadvancedappearance0.2Arrowhead base width as a ratio of the symbol height
labelPaddingLabel paddingnumberadvancedappearance0.3Extra clearance around labels, as a ratio of the label height

Counterattack

Strikes an attacking enemy force with defending forces to deny its objectives and regain the initiative.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
smoothSmoothbooleanstandardappearancefalseRound the corners where the shaft changes direction.
shaftWidthRatioShaft widthnumberadvancedappearance0.6Arrow shaft width as a ratio of the arrowhead width
rearWidthRatioRear widthnumberadvancedappearance0.6Width at the rear of the shaft as a ratio of the arrowhead width.
smoothResolutionSmooth resolutionnumberadvancedappearance5Number of segments approximating each rounded bend when smooth mode is enabled.
labelPositionLabel positionnumberadvancedappearance1Position of the CATK label along the shaft, from tail (0) to head (1)

Text amplifiers

FieldLabelDescription
TUnique designationField T β€” the counterattack's unique designation.

Label placement on a representative shape

Counterattack by Fire

Uses primarily direct and indirect fires against an attacking enemy force to defeat or destroy it, restore a position, or block a penetration.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
smoothSmoothbooleanstandardappearancefalseRound the corners where the shaft changes direction.
shaftWidthRatioShaft widthnumberadvancedappearance0.6Arrow shaft width as a ratio of the arrowhead width
rearWidthRatioRear widthnumberadvancedappearance0.6Width at the rear of the shaft as a ratio of the arrowhead width.
smoothResolutionSmooth resolutionnumberadvancedappearance5Number of segments approximating each rounded bend when smooth mode is enabled.
labelPositionLabel positionnumberadvancedappearance1Position of the CATK label along the shaft, from tail (0) to head (1)

Text amplifiers

FieldLabelDescription
TUnique designationField T β€” the counterattack's unique designation.

Label placement on a representative shape

Delay

Trades space for time while under pressure, slowing the enemy's momentum and inflicting maximum damage without becoming decisively engaged.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
arrowheadLengthRatioArrowhead lengthnumberadvancedappearance0.12Arrowhead length as a ratio of the straight-line length
arrowheadWidthRatioArrowhead widthnumberadvancedappearance0.12Arrowhead base width as a ratio of the straight-line length
labelPaddingLabel paddingnumberadvancedappearance0.3Extra clearance around labels, as a ratio of the label height
arcSegmentsArc segmentsnumberadvancedappearance32Number of straight segments used to approximate the semicircular arc

Destroy

Renders an enemy force or capability physically combat-ineffective until reconstituted.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
sizePixelsSize (screen)number (px)standardappearance80Width of the complete symbol in screen pixels.
sizeMetersSize (ground)number (m)standardappearanceβ€”Overall width of the static symbol.
rotationRotationnumber (Β°)standardappearance0Clockwise rotation of the static symbol.
crossAngleCross anglenumber (Β°)advancedappearance57.62158748594614Opening angle between the two right-hand arms. Changes height while preserving width.
labelPaddingLabel paddingnumberadvancedappearance0.3Extra clearance around the doctrinal letter, as a ratio of its resolved height.

Disrupt

Upsets an enemy's formation or tempo and causes the enemy force to attack prematurely or in a piecemeal fashion.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
middleArrowLengthRatioMiddle arrow lengthnumberadvancedappearance0.65Middle arrow length as a ratio of the PT.3-controlled top arrow
bottomArrowLengthRatioBottom arrow lengthnumberadvancedappearance0.45Bottom arrow length as a ratio of the PT.3-controlled top arrow
shaftLengthRatioRear shaft lengthnumberadvancedappearance0.25Middle shaft extension behind the spine, as a ratio of the top arrow
arrowheadLengthRatioArrowhead lengthnumberadvancedappearance0.15Arrowhead length as a ratio of the spine length
arrowheadWidthRatioArrowhead widthnumberadvancedappearance0.2Arrowhead base width as a ratio of the spine length
labelPaddingLabel paddingnumberadvancedappearance0.3Extra clearance around labels, as a ratio of the label height

Fix

Prevents an enemy force from moving from a specific location for a specified period of time.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
arrowheadLengthRatioArrowhead lengthnumberadvancedappearance0.11Arrowhead length as a ratio of the axis length
arrowheadWidthRatioArrowhead widthnumberadvancedappearance0.18Arrowhead base width as a ratio of the axis length
zigzagStartRatioZigzag startnumberadvancedappearance0.18Position where the zigzag begins, measured from PT2
zigzagEndRatioZigzag endnumberadvancedappearance0.8Position where the zigzag ends, measured from PT2
zigzagPeakCountZigzag peaksnumberadvancedappearance5Number of upward peaks in the zigzag body
labelPositionRatioLabel positionnumberadvancedappearance0.09Position of the F label along the axis, measured from PT2
labelPaddingLabel paddingnumberadvancedappearance0.3Extra clearance around labels, as a ratio of the label height

Follow and Assume

Follows and supports a lead force during an offensive operation and continues the mission if the lead force cannot continue.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
arrowheadSizeArrowhead sizenumberadvancedappearance1Arrowhead scale relative to its default size; the tip stays at point 1.

Text amplifiers

FieldLabelDescription
TUnique designationField T β€” optional unique designation inside the rear shape.

Label placement on a representative shape

Follow and Support

Follows and supports a lead force during an offensive operation, taking on tasks that would otherwise slow the lead force’s advance.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
arrowheadSizeArrowhead sizenumberadvancedappearance1Arrowhead scale relative to its default size; the tip stays at point 1.

Text amplifiers

FieldLabelDescription
TUnique designationField T β€” optional unique designation inside the rear shape.

Label placement on a representative shape

Isolate

Seals an enemy off physically and psychologically from sources of support, denies freedom of movement, and prevents contact with other enemy forces.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
openingAngleOpeningnumberadvancedappearance30Angular width of the gap on the friendly side, in degrees
barbCountBarbsnumberadvancedappearance9Number of inward-pointing barbs spaced along the closed arc
barbLengthRatioBarb lengthnumberadvancedappearance0.18Length of each inward barb, as a ratio of the symbol radius
labelPaddingI paddingnumberadvancedappearance0.2Extra boundary clearance on each side of I, as a ratio of its height

Neutralize

Renders enemy personnel or materiel incapable of interfering with an operation.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
sizePixelsSize (screen)number (px)standardappearance80Width of the complete symbol in screen pixels.
sizeMetersSize (ground)number (m)standardappearanceβ€”Overall width of the static symbol.
rotationRotationnumber (Β°)standardappearance0Clockwise rotation of the static symbol.
crossAngleCross anglenumber (Β°)advancedappearance57.62158748594614Opening angle between the two right-hand arms. Changes height while preserving width.
labelPaddingLabel paddingnumberadvancedappearance0.3Extra clearance around the doctrinal letter, as a ratio of its resolved height.

Occupy

Moves into and controls an area without enemy opposition.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
openingAngleOpeningnumberadvancedappearance30Angular width of the opening on the friendly side, in degrees
resolutionResolutionnumberadvancedappearance64Number of segments in a full 360Β° sweep.
xSizeRatioX sizenumberadvancedappearance0.2Overall size of the terminal X as a ratio of the symbol radius
xAspectRatioX aspect rationumberadvancedappearance1.5Width-to-height ratio of the terminal X
labelPaddingO paddingnumberadvancedappearance0.2Extra boundary clearance on each side of O, as a ratio of its height

Penetrate

Attacks on a narrow front to break the continuity of an enemy defense and enable the isolation and defeat of enemy forces in detail.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
arrowheadLengthRatioArrowhead lengthnumberadvancedappearance0.15Arrowhead length as a ratio of the barrier length
arrowheadWidthRatioArrowhead widthnumberadvancedappearance0.2Arrowhead base width as a ratio of the barrier length
labelPaddingLabel paddingnumberadvancedappearance0.3Extra clearance around labels, as a ratio of the label height

Relief in Place

Replaces all or part of a unit in an area and transfers responsibility for its mission and assigned area to the incoming unit.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
arrowheadLengthRatioArrowhead lengthnumberadvancedappearance0.12Arrowhead length as a ratio of the straight-line length
arrowheadWidthRatioArrowhead widthnumberadvancedappearance0.12Arrowhead base width as a ratio of the straight-line length
arcSegmentsArc segmentsnumberadvancedappearance32Number of straight segments used to approximate the semicircular arc

Retire/Retirement

Moves a force out of contact away from the enemy.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
arrowheadLengthRatioArrowhead lengthnumberadvancedappearance0.12Arrowhead length as a ratio of the straight-line length
arrowheadWidthRatioArrowhead widthnumberadvancedappearance0.12Arrowhead base width as a ratio of the straight-line length
labelPaddingLabel paddingnumberadvancedappearance0.3Extra clearance around labels, as a ratio of the label height
arcSegmentsArc segmentsnumberadvancedappearance32Number of straight segments used to approximate the semicircular arc

Secure

Prevents a unit, facility, or geographical location from being damaged or destroyed by enemy action.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
openingAngleOpeningnumberadvancedappearance30Angular width of the opening on the friendly side, in degrees
resolutionResolutionnumberadvancedappearance64Number of segments in a full 360Β° sweep.
arrowheadLengthRatioArrowhead lengthnumberadvancedappearance0.2Arrowhead length as a ratio of the symbol radius
arrowheadWidthRatioArrowhead widthnumberadvancedappearance0.4Arrowhead width as a ratio of the symbol radius
labelPaddingS paddingnumberadvancedappearance0.2Extra boundary clearance on each side of S, as a ratio of its height

Cover

Protects the main body by fighting to gain time and preventing enemy ground observation and direct fire. Operates independently of the main body.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
arrowheadLengthRatioArrowhead lengthnumberadvancedappearance0.12Arrowhead length as a ratio of the total leg length
arrowheadWidthRatioArrowhead widthnumberadvancedappearance0.5Arrowhead base width as a multiple of the arrowhead length
zigzagStartZigzag startnumberadvancedappearance0.55Point along the leg where the zigzag begins (0-1).
zigzagEndZigzag endnumberadvancedappearance0.45Point along the leg where the zigzag returns (0-1).
zigzagAmplitudeRatioZigzag amplitudenumberadvancedappearance0.07Perpendicular kink offset as a ratio of leg length.
labelInsetRatioLetter positionnumberadvancedappearance0.2Inset of each task letter from PT. 2 or PT. 3 across the center opening

Guard

Protects the main body by fighting to gain time and preventing enemy ground observation and direct fire. Operates within range of the main body’s supporting fires.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
arrowheadLengthRatioArrowhead lengthnumberadvancedappearance0.12Arrowhead length as a ratio of the total leg length
arrowheadWidthRatioArrowhead widthnumberadvancedappearance0.5Arrowhead base width as a multiple of the arrowhead length
zigzagStartZigzag startnumberadvancedappearance0.55Point along the leg where the zigzag begins (0-1).
zigzagEndZigzag endnumberadvancedappearance0.45Point along the leg where the zigzag returns (0-1).
zigzagAmplitudeRatioZigzag amplitudenumberadvancedappearance0.07Perpendicular kink offset as a ratio of leg length.
labelInsetRatioLetter positionnumberadvancedappearance0.2Inset of each task letter from PT. 2 or PT. 3 across the center opening

Screen

Provides early warning to the protected force through observation, identification, reporting, and continuous surveillance of the enemy.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
arrowheadLengthRatioArrowhead lengthnumberadvancedappearance0.12Arrowhead length as a ratio of the total leg length
arrowheadWidthRatioArrowhead widthnumberadvancedappearance0.5Arrowhead base width as a multiple of the arrowhead length
zigzagStartZigzag startnumberadvancedappearance0.55Point along the leg where the zigzag begins (0-1).
zigzagEndZigzag endnumberadvancedappearance0.45Point along the leg where the zigzag returns (0-1).
zigzagAmplitudeRatioZigzag amplitudenumberadvancedappearance0.07Perpendicular kink offset as a ratio of leg length.
labelInsetRatioLetter positionnumberadvancedappearance0.2Inset of each task letter from PT. 2 or PT. 3 across the center opening

Seize

Takes possession of a designated area using overwhelming force, overcoming enemy opposition and preventing enemy direct fire on the objective.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
arrowheadLengthRatioArrowhead lengthnumberadvancedappearance0.1Arrowhead length as a ratio of the PT. 2-to-PT. 4 span
arrowheadWidthRatioArrowhead widthnumberadvancedappearance0.12Arrowhead base width as a ratio of the PT. 2-to-PT. 4 span
labelPaddingLabel paddingnumberadvancedappearance0.3Extra clearance around labels, as a ratio of the label height
curveSegmentsCurve segmentsnumberadvancedappearance48Number of straight segments used to approximate the circular arc
circleSegmentsCircle segmentsnumberadvancedappearance64Number of straight segments used to approximate the assigned-unit circle

Withdraw

Disengages a force from the enemy and moves it away from enemy contact.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
arrowheadLengthRatioArrowhead lengthnumberadvancedappearance0.12Arrowhead length as a ratio of the straight-line length
arrowheadWidthRatioArrowhead widthnumberadvancedappearance0.12Arrowhead base width as a ratio of the straight-line length
labelPaddingLabel paddingnumberadvancedappearance0.3Extra clearance around labels, as a ratio of the label height
arcSegmentsArc segmentsnumberadvancedappearance32Number of straight segments used to approximate the semicircular arc

Withdraw Under Pressure

Disengages a force from the enemy and moves it away while under enemy pressure.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
arrowheadLengthRatioArrowhead lengthnumberadvancedappearance0.12Arrowhead length as a ratio of the straight-line length
arrowheadWidthRatioArrowhead widthnumberadvancedappearance0.12Arrowhead base width as a ratio of the straight-line length
labelPaddingLabel paddingnumberadvancedappearance0.3Extra clearance around labels, as a ratio of the label height
arcSegmentsArc segmentsnumberadvancedappearance32Number of straight segments used to approximate the semicircular arc

Cordon and Knock

Isolates a target area and requests or demands access before searching it.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
openingAngleOpeningnumberadvancedappearance30Angular width of the gap on the friendly side, in degrees
barbCountBarbsnumberadvancedappearance9Number of inward-pointing barbs spaced along the closed arc
barbLengthRatioBarb lengthnumberadvancedappearance0.18Length of each inward barb, as a ratio of the symbol radius
labelPaddingC/K paddingnumberadvancedappearance0.2Extra boundary clearance on each side of C/K, as a ratio of its height

Cordon and Search

Isolates and searches a target area to capture or destroy enemy forces and contraband.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
openingAngleOpeningnumberadvancedappearance30Angular width of the gap on the friendly side, in degrees
barbCountBarbsnumberadvancedappearance9Number of inward-pointing barbs spaced along the closed arc
barbLengthRatioBarb lengthnumberadvancedappearance0.18Length of each inward barb, as a ratio of the symbol radius
labelPaddingC/S paddingnumberadvancedappearance0.2Extra boundary clearance on each side of C/S, as a ratio of its height

Suppress

Temporarily degrades an enemy force or weapon system below the level needed to accomplish its mission.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
sizePixelsSize (screen)number (px)standardappearance80Width of the complete symbol in screen pixels.
sizeMetersSize (ground)number (m)standardappearanceβ€”Overall width of the static symbol.
rotationRotationnumber (Β°)standardappearance0Clockwise rotation of the static symbol.
crossAngleCross anglenumber (Β°)advancedappearance57.62158748594614Opening angle between the two right-hand arms. Changes height while preserving width.
labelPaddingLabel paddingnumberadvancedappearance0.3Extra clearance around the doctrinal letter, as a ratio of its resolved height.

Movement to Contact

Develops the situation and establishes or regains contact with the enemy.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
smoothSmoothbooleanstandardappearancefalseRound the corners where the shaft changes direction.
shaftWidthRatioShaft widthnumberadvancedappearance0.6Arrow shaft width as a ratio of the arrowhead width
rearWidthRatioRear widthnumberadvancedappearance0.6Width at the rear of the shaft as a ratio of the arrowhead width.
smoothResolutionSmooth resolutionnumberadvancedappearance5Number of segments approximating each rounded bend when smooth mode is enabled.
boltLengthRatioBolt lengthnumberadvancedappearance1Bolt length as a multiple of the shaft width at the arrow base (2 or more is recommended).
boltAngleBolt anglenumberadvancedappearance45Angle between each bolt and the main arrow axis, in degrees.
arrowheadLengthRatioArrowhead lengthnumberadvancedappearance0.12Arrowhead length as a ratio of the total leg length
arrowheadWidthRatioArrowhead widthnumberadvancedappearance0.5Arrowhead base width as a multiple of the arrowhead length
zigzagStartZigzag startnumberadvancedappearance0.55Point along the leg where the zigzag begins (0-1).
zigzagEndZigzag endnumberadvancedappearance0.45Point along the leg where the zigzag returns (0-1).
zigzagAmplitudeRatioZigzag amplitudenumberadvancedappearance0.07Perpendicular kink offset as a ratio of leg length.
labelPositionDesignation positionnumberadvancedappearance0.25Position of Field T along the shaft, from tail (0) to head (1)
dtgPositionDate-time positionnumberadvancedappearance0.62Position of Fields W/W1 along the shaft, from tail (0) to head (1)
labelPaddingLabel paddingnumberadvancedappearance0Extra spacing between the W and W1 rows, in label heights

Text amplifiers

FieldLabelDescription
TUnique designationField T β€” the maneuver's unique designation.
WStart date-time groupField W β€” the maneuver's start date-time group.
W1End date-time groupField W1 β€” the maneuver's end date-time group.

Label placement on a representative shape

Exploit/Exploitation

Follows a successful attack to disorganize the enemy in depth and capitalize on its reduced ability to react.

No parameters β€” shape is fully determined by its points.

Demonstrate/Demonstration

Deceives the enemy with a show of force in an area where no decision is sought, without intending direct or indirect contact.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
arrowheadLengthRatioArrowhead lengthnumberadvancedappearance0.12Arrowhead length as a ratio of the straight-line length
arrowheadWidthRatioArrowhead widthnumberadvancedappearance0.12Arrowhead base width as a ratio of the straight-line length
labelPaddingLabel paddingnumberadvancedappearance0.3Extra clearance around labels, as a ratio of the label height
arcSegmentsArc segmentsnumberadvancedappearance32Number of straight segments used to approximate the semicircular arc

Envelopment

Avoids the enemy’s principal defenses by attacking along an assailable flank to strike the flank or rear.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
arrowheadLengthRatioArrowhead lengthnumberadvancedappearance0.1Arrowhead length as a ratio of the arc diameter
arrowheadWidthRatioArrowhead widthnumberadvancedappearance0.12Arrowhead width as a ratio of the arc diameter
labelPositionLabel positionnumberadvancedappearance0.6Position of the E label along the straight portion
labelPaddingLabel paddingnumberadvancedappearance0.3Extra clearance around labels, as a ratio of the label height
resolutionResolutionnumberadvancedappearance64Number of segments in a full 360Β° sweep.

Infiltration

Moves forces through or into an area occupied by enemy forces without detection.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
arrowheadLengthRatioArrowhead lengthnumberadvancedappearance0.1Arrowhead length as a ratio of the Point 1–Point 3 span
arrowheadWidthRatioArrowhead widthnumberadvancedappearance0.1Arrowhead width as a ratio of the Point 1–Point 3 span
labelPositionLabel positionnumberadvancedappearance0.6Position of the IN label along the initial straight portion
labelPaddingLabel paddingnumberadvancedappearance0.3Extra clearance around labels, as a ratio of the label height
resolutionResolutionnumberadvancedappearance64Number of segments in a full 360Β° sweep.

Pursuit

Catches or cuts off a disorganized enemy force attempting to escape, with the aim of destroying it.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
arrowheadLengthRatioArrowhead lengthnumberadvancedappearance0.1Arrowhead length as a ratio of the arc diameter
arrowheadWidthRatioArrowhead widthnumberadvancedappearance0.12Arrowhead width as a ratio of the arc diameter
terminalBarLengthRatioTerminal bar lengthnumberadvancedappearance1.5Terminal bar length as a multiple of the arrowhead width
labelPositionLabel positionnumberadvancedappearance0.6Position of the P label along the straight portion
labelPaddingLabel paddingnumberadvancedappearance0.3Extra clearance around labels, as a ratio of the label height
resolutionResolutionnumberadvancedappearance64Number of segments in a full 360Β° sweep.

Forward Passage of Lines

Passes one force through another force's positions toward the enemy.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
arrowheadLengthRatioArrowhead lengthnumberadvancedappearance0.12Arrowhead length as a ratio of the straight-line length
arrowheadWidthRatioArrowhead widthnumberadvancedappearance0.12Arrowhead base width as a ratio of the straight-line length
labelPaddingLabel paddingnumberadvancedappearance0.3Extra clearance around labels, as a ratio of the label height
arcSegmentsArc segmentsnumberadvancedappearance32Number of straight segments used to approximate the semicircular arc

Rearward Passage of Lines

Passes one force through another force’s positions while moving away from the enemy.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
arrowheadLengthRatioArrowhead lengthnumberadvancedappearance0.12Arrowhead length as a ratio of the straight-line length
arrowheadWidthRatioArrowhead widthnumberadvancedappearance0.12Arrowhead base width as a ratio of the straight-line length
labelPaddingLabel paddingnumberadvancedappearance0.3Extra clearance around labels, as a ratio of the label height
arcSegmentsArc segmentsnumberadvancedappearance32Number of straight segments used to approximate the semicircular arc

Defeat

Renders an enemy force unable or unwilling to achieve its objectives.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
sizePixelsSize (screen)number (px)standardappearance80Width of the complete symbol in screen pixels.
sizeMetersSize (ground)number (m)standardappearanceβ€”Overall width of the static symbol.
rotationRotationnumber (Β°)standardappearance0Clockwise rotation of the static symbol.
crossAngleCross anglenumber (Β°)advancedappearance80Opening angle between the two right-hand arms. Changes height while preserving width.
labelPaddingLabel paddingnumberadvancedappearance0.3Extra clearance around the doctrinal letter, as a ratio of its resolved height.

Disengage

Breaks contact with the enemy to enable another mission or avoid decisive engagement.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
arrowheadLengthRatioArrowhead lengthnumberadvancedappearance0.12Arrowhead length as a ratio of the straight-line length
arrowheadWidthRatioArrowhead widthnumberadvancedappearance0.12Arrowhead base width as a ratio of the straight-line length
labelPaddingLabel paddingnumberadvancedappearance0.3Extra clearance around labels, as a ratio of the label height
arcSegmentsArc segmentsnumberadvancedappearance32Number of straight segments used to approximate the semicircular arc

Evacuate

Removes personnel or materiel from a threatened area.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
arrowheadLengthRatioArrowhead lengthnumberadvancedappearance0.1Arrowhead length as a ratio of the PT. 2-to-PT. 4 span
arrowheadWidthRatioArrowhead widthnumberadvancedappearance0.12Arrowhead base width as a ratio of the PT. 2-to-PT. 4 span
labelPaddingLabel paddingnumberadvancedappearance0.3Extra clearance around labels, as a ratio of the label height
curveSegmentsCurve segmentsnumberadvancedappearance48Number of straight segments used to approximate the circular arc
circleSegmentsCircle segmentsnumberadvancedappearance64Number of straight segments used to approximate the assigned-unit circle

Turn

Forces an enemy force from one avenue of approach or movement corridor to another.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
arrowheadLengthRatioArrowhead lengthnumberadvancedappearance0.14Arrowhead length as a ratio of the rear-to-tip distance
arrowheadWidthRatioArrowhead widthnumberadvancedappearance0.14Arrowhead base width as a ratio of the rear-to-tip distance
arcSegmentsArc segmentsnumberadvancedappearance64Number of line segments approximating the quarter-circle shaft.
labelPaddingLabel paddingnumberadvancedappearance0.3Extra clearance around labels, as a ratio of the label height

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Block Arrow

Solid filled arrow with a controllable shaft width and selectable head (triangle, barbed, concave, diamond, harpoon, swallowtail, tee). Not a doctrinal symbol.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
arrowheadStyleArrowhead styleenum"triangle""barbed""concave""diamond""harpoon""swallowtail""tee"standardappearance"triangle"Arrowhead silhouette
smoothSmoothbooleanstandardappearancefalseRound the shaft's corners by curving it through the control points.
filledFilledbooleanstandardappearancetrueFill the body solid; when off the arrow is drawn as an outline only.
shaftWidthRatioShaft widthnumberadvancedappearance0.06Shaft band width as a fraction of the total path length
rearWidthRatioRear widthnumberadvancedappearance0.06Width at the rear of the shaft as a fraction of the total path length
arrowheadWidthRatioArrowhead widthnumberadvancedappearance0.18Arrowhead base width as a ratio of the total path length
arrowheadLengthRatioArrowhead lengthnumberadvancedappearance0.22Arrowhead length as a ratio of the total path length
smoothResolutionSmooth resolutionnumberadvancedappearance12Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled

Classic Arrow

Clean straight arrow with a selectable head (triangle, barbed, concave, diamond, harpoon, swallowtail, chevron, circle, tee, open). Not a doctrinal symbol.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
smoothSmoothbooleanstandardappearancefalseRound the shaft's corners by curving it through the control points.
arrowheadStyleArrowhead styleenum"triangle""barbed""concave""diamond""harpoon""swallowtail""chevron""circle""tee""open"standardappearance"triangle"Arrowhead silhouette
smoothResolutionSmooth resolutionnumberadvancedappearance12Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled
arrowheadLengthRatioArrowhead lengthnumberadvancedappearance0.2Arrowhead length as a ratio of the total path length
arrowheadWidthRatioArrowhead widthnumberadvancedappearance0.14Arrowhead base width as a ratio of the total path length

Line

A non-doctrinal free polyline through two or more control points.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
smoothSmoothbooleanstandardappearancefalseCurve the path through the control points.
smoothResolutionSmooth resolutionnumberadvancedappearance12Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled.

Polygon

A non-doctrinal free polygon with one outer ring.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
smoothSmoothbooleanstandardappearancefalseCurve the path through the control points.
filledFilledbooleanstandardappearancefalseFill the interior instead of rendering an outline only.
smoothResolutionSmooth resolutionnumberadvancedappearance12Number of samples per segment when smooth mode is enabled.

Rectangle

A non-doctrinal oriented rectangle defined by three adjacent corners.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
filledFilledbooleanstandardappearancefalseFill the interior instead of rendering an outline only.

Circle

A non-doctrinal circle defined by a center and radius point.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
filledFilledbooleanstandardappearancefalseFill the interior instead of rendering an outline only.
resolutionResolutionnumberadvancedappearance64Number of segments in a full 360Β° sweep.

Sector

A non-doctrinal range-fan sector defined by an anchor and two radial edge points.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
filledFilledbooleanstandardappearancefalseFill the interior instead of rendering an outline only.
resolutionResolutionnumberadvancedappearance64Number of segments in a full 360Β° sweep.

Text

A non-doctrinal free-standing text label anchored at a single point.

Parameters

KeyLabelTypeTierRoleDefaultDescription
textTexttextprimarycontent"Text"The text to render. Explicit line breaks are honored; it never auto-wraps.
textAlignAlignmentenum"left""center""right"standardappearance"center"Placement of the text block relative to the anchor: left/right put the anchor at that edge, center centers it; lines justify the same way.
textStyleStyleenum"regular""italic""light""caps"standardappearance"regular"Typography preset.
rotationRotationnumber (Β°)standardappearance0Clockwise rotation in degrees.
sizePixelsSize (screen)number (px)standardappearance24Text height in screen pixels.
maxSizePixelsMax size (screen)number (px)standardappearance200Hide the text once its on-screen size exceeds this.